Vestavia Hills Code Chapter 4 (Animals and Fowl, Ord. 2265) requires dogs to be leashed and not allowed to run at large. Annual rabies vaccination with collar tag is required. Animals may not be chained in a manner that presents a hazard. Report violations to VHPD at (205) 978-0140.
Dogs in Vestavia Hills must be on a leash (typically 6 ft maximum) in all public areas unless in designated off-leash parks. Alabama Code §3-1-7 addresses dogs running at large in certain counties. The Dangerous Dog Act (Ala. Code §3-6A-1 et seq.) governs dangerous dog classification based on behavior. Rabies vaccination required statewide under Ala. Code §3-7A-1 et seq. Dog waste must be picked up in public areas. Animal control handles loose dog reports.
Dog at large: $50 to $200. No rabies tag: $50 to $100. Dangerous dog violation: up to $5,000 and criminal charges.
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