Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of West Warwick, Rhode Island, dogs & animal control rules are set by West Warwick Chapter 4 — Animals (Dog Licensing & Animal Control), verified 2026-06-05. Fines: First offense $100.00; Second offense $200.00; Third offense & each subsequent offense $200.00. A licence is required. Licence fee: $7.00 for each neutered male or spayed female and $15.00 for each un-neutered male or un-spayed female.
| licence required | yes | Section 4-29 |
| licence fee | $7.00 for each neutered male or spayed female and $15.00 for each un-neutered male or un-spayed female | Section 4-29 |
| fine range | First offense $100.00; Second offense $200.00; Third offense & each subsequent offense $200.00 | Penalty (Sec. 4-30) |
Dog licensing required annually ($8 spayed/neutered, $16 unaltered); rabies vaccination required; leash law; fines $100-$200; animal control enforcement by Police Department.
Town animal control services, dog license application, rabies clinic information, and fees.