Dog Leash Laws: Austin vs Pflugerville
How do dog leash laws rules compare between Austin, TX and Pflugerville, TX?
Austin and Pflugerville have similar restriction levels.
Austin, TX
Travis County
Austin City Code Chapter 3-4 requires dogs in public to be restrained on a leash no longer than 6 feet, with limited exceptions for designated off-leash areas including Red Bud Isle, portions of Auditorium Shores, and parts of Zilker Park. Violations are Class C misdemeanors enforced by Austin Animal Services and APD.
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Travis County
Travis County adopted a leash/restraint order under TX Health & Safety Code 822.042 effective in unincorporated areas. Dogs must be under physical restraint when off owner property. Austin Animal Services responds to at-large complaints.
View full Pflugerville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Austin | Pflugerville |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| County Order | - | Leash/restraint adopted |
| State Authority | - | TX H&SC 822.042 |
| Fine | - | Up to $500 |
| Response | - | Austin Animal Services (contract) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Austin FAQ
Pflugerville FAQ
Can my dog be off-leash on my unincorporated Travis County property?
Yes on your own property with adequate restraint. Off property, dogs must be leashed or otherwise restrained under the county order.
Who enforces this in Travis County?
Travis County code enforcement at (512) 854-4260 handles most complaints.
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