Dogs & animal control — Townsend, Delaware

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

In the Townsend, Delaware, dogs & animal control rules are set by Chapter 10: Animals, verified 2026-06-05. Fines: not less than $25.00 or more than $50.00, nor more than $200.00 for each subsequent offense. A licence is required. Leash rule: All dogs shall be kept under restraint at all times; at large means off owner's property and not under restraint.

Chapter 10: Animals adopted ordinance
licence required yes Sec. 10-13
leash rule All dogs shall be kept under restraint at all times; at large means off owner's property and not under restraint Sec. 10-6(a)
max animals more than three dogs requires a licensed kennel Sec. 10-12
fine range not less than $25.00 or more than $50.00, nor more than $200.00 for each subsequent offense Sec. 10-7(1)
scout note

Animal control ordinance requiring all dogs to be kept under restraint at all times and prohibiting animals from becoming a public nuisance.

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