Missouri City vs Stafford

Is there a leash length limit in Missouri City?

The ordinance requires the leash to be held by a person able to physically control the dog. Owners should use a sturdy leash short enough to maintain control in public spaces.

What happens if my dog gets picked up running loose?

Animal Services impounds the dog and the owner must pay impoundment, boarding, and any vaccination or registration fees before the animal is released. Repeat offenses bring higher fines.

Can my dog be off-leash in my fenced yard?

Yes. A securely fenced yard or other enclosure that prevents escape satisfies the restraint requirement on the owner's own property.

Where are stray dogs in Stafford taken?

Animals picked up at large in Stafford are transported to the Houston Humane Society. Owners must claim them within five days and pay shelter fees, or custody transfers permanently to the shelter.

Does Stafford require dogs to be leashed in public?

Yes. Stafford requires dogs to be under restraint or control off the owner's property, and dangerous dogs must be confined to a secure enclosure or kept on a leash at all times.

How long do I have to reclaim my impounded pet?

You have five days to retrieve your pet from the Houston Humane Society and pay shelter fees. After that, custody transfers from the City of Stafford to the shelter.