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Leash Law Cats and Dogs “Running at large” may result in impoundment of the animal or in the issuance of one or more citations. “Running at large” means going on public or private property without the owner or another person having direct physical control of the animal. An animal on a leash is considered to be under direct physical control of a person. License & Registration
A Pet License is a phone call home! Licensing your pet is the law. The City of Houston Municipal Code requires that anyone owning a dog or cat four months of age or older must have his or her pet licensed and vaccinated against rabies every year. |
Pooper Scooper Law Cats and Dogs Pet owners must remove all fecal material deposited by their pets on property they do not own, including neighbors' yards, city parks, school property, public rights-of-way, etc. Violation of this section is punishable upon conviction by a fine of not less than $75 or more than $500. Each violation of this section is a separate offense. |
