Dogs & animal control — Burrillville, Rhode Island

Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?

Town of Burrillville has 2 adopted ordinances on file, verified against the original documents on None.

Animals and Courts Ordinance Amendment - April 2024 adopted ordinance
leash rule Unlawful for any owner (excepting felines) to fail to restrain an animal so it trespasses on private/public property and damages property. Sec. 4-7(b)
fine range First offense: written warning then $100 fine; Second offense: $30.00; subsequent: $100.00 and up to $500.00 on conviction Sec. 4-4
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Amends Chapter 4 Animals and Chapter 11 Courts. Expands animal definitions, nuisance regulations, impoundment fees ($10 first day, $5 additional), municipal court fines up to $500.

Chapter 4 - Animals adopted ordinance

Dog leash law, rabies vaccination, annual licensing in April, pet limits (3 dogs single-family, 2 dogs multi-family), kennel licenses require Town Council approval.

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