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

Dogs & animal control — Warwick, Rhode Island: Warwick Chapter 4 — Animals and Fowl

In the City of Warwick, Rhode Island, dogs & animal control rules are set by Warwick Chapter 4 — Animals and Fowl, verified 2026-06-05. Fines: Unlicensed dog: $25.00 first offense, $200.00 second, $500.00 third and subsequent. A licence is required. Licence fee: $10.00.

Warwick Chapter 4 — Animals and Fowl adopted ordinance

licence required	yes	Sec. 4-31
licence fee	$10.00	Sec. 4-31(a)
leash rule	Owner shall keep dog under restraint at all times when at large; restraint = leashed, within a motor vehicle per state law, or within a suitable enclosure	Sec. 4-8 / Sec. 4-1 Restraint
max animals	No more than three (3) dogs over twelve (12) weeks of age on any lot or parcel (also max 3 cats)	Sec. 4-11(a)
fine range	Unlicensed dog: $25.00 first offense, $200.00 second, $500.00 third and subsequent	Sec. 4-31

scout note

Dog restraint required at all times; max 3 dogs and 3 cats per lot; noisy animals declared public nuisance; mandatory rabies vaccination; dog license $10 annually; fines $50-$500.