West Covina requires dogs to be leashed on public property per Chapter 6 (Animals and Fowl). Dogs must be licensed. Animal control is handled by the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society.
West Covina follows Los Angeles County animal control ordinances. LA County Code Section 10.31.010 requires all dogs to be restrained on substantial leashes not exceeding 6 feet in length while on public property or shared areas. Dogs may only be off-leash on private property with the owner's consent. All dogs must be licensed and vaccinated against rabies. LA County Department of Animal Care and Control provides enforcement services. Barking dog complaints are handled under both the animal code (Chapter 6) and noise ordinance (Section 15-85).
Unleashed dogs may be impounded. Owners face fines for unlicensed or unvaccinated animals. LA County Animal Care and Control enforces all provisions.
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