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DeKalb County Animal Ordinance

From the insert in latest county water bill, "Attention Pet Owners! Highlights of the DeKalb Co. Animal Ordinance and Helpful Contact Info:"

  1. Unaccompanied chaining/tethering of dogs on property is illegal but dogs must be walked on leash.
  2. Dogs must be kept within the home and/or a fence, pen or well-ventilated area not less than 100 square feet.
  3. Pets must have fresh food, water, exercise, sanitation, socialization, vet care, yearly registration/rabies shot.
  4. Pets cannot be left in hot cars even with windows open and must be safely restrained within open bed vehicles.
  5. Uninterrupted or legnthy noise (whining, barking etc.) can indicate a serious problem and is not permitted.

To view the entire ordinance, access www.municode.com, select the "online library" and then follow the prompts. 

To adopt from, report neglect/abuse of, or turn an animal in to DASE [DeKalb Animal Services and Enforcement] call 404-294-2996 (or 911 in an emergency).  Remember, DASE is NOT a no-kill shelter; please ask the staff there to provide referrals for other options such as: No-kill rescues, low cost fencing, doghouses, appropriate collars, leashes, toys, food, treats and obedience training.  

Keep current ID tags on your pet at all times! Microchipping provides a permanent ID; ask DASE how to get it done. 

Don't forget regular heartworm and flea preventatives, so important for pets in GA! See your vet for these items.

[See also http://www.dekalbcountyanimalservices.com/]