Wilmington requires all dogs to be leashed or otherwise controlled when off the owner's property. Dogs at large are subject to impoundment.
Wilmington City Code Chapter 3 (Animals) requires dogs to be restrained on a leash or under direct voice control when off their owner's property. Dogs running at large may be impounded by animal control. New Castle County also enforces Delaware Code Title 9 §911 in areas adjacent to the city. Leashes must be of adequate length (typically maximum 6 feet) to maintain control.
Dogs at large result in owner citations and impoundment fees. Repeat violations bring escalating fines under Ch. 3.
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