Dog Leash Laws: Honolulu vs Kailua

Are there any off-leash dog parks in Honolulu?

Yes. The Director of Parks and Recreation may designate specific parks as off-leash areas under ROH § 10-1.7. Dogs in all other public parks must be on a 6-foot leash.

Does the leash law apply on my own property?

Yes. When a dog is outdoors on the owner's premises, it must also be attended and either leashed or otherwise controlled to prevent it from becoming a stray or nuisance.

Are service dogs exempt from the leash requirement?

Yes, when using a leash would interfere with the service dog's performance of its duties, or when the handler's disability prevents leash use, an alternative control method is permitted.

Can I let my dog run off-leash at Kailua Beach?

No. Kailua Beach Park is a designated on-leash park, and dogs must be leashed in public parks and on beaches; off-leash use is allowed only at designated off-leash dog parks.

Does the rule apply on sidewalks in Kailua Town?

Yes. Any public street or place requires an eight-foot or shorter leash.