Needles Municipal Code § 4-15 Permitting Animals To Run At Large

It is unlawful for any person having charge, custody or control of any dog or other animal, or any fowl, to permit the same to run at large or trespass on the private premises of another, or to be on any public highway, street, alley, court, public ground, or unfenced lot. Dogs on any public street or other premises, must be restrained by a leash, not to exceed six feet. (Ord. No. 447-AC)

1. It is unlawful for any person having charge, custody or control of a dog not to restrain the dog by leash, not to exceed six feet, except when the dog is within the enclosed boundary of the Needles Dog Park. Persons using the Dog Park facility must follow these rules and any other posted rules posted by the City.

RULES TO OBSERVE WITHIN NEEDLES DOG PARK

1. Keep all gates to the Dog Park closed!
2. Dog Park owners, holders, and users (collectively, “Dog Park Users”) agree to hold the City and its various departments, employees, volunteers and agents harmless from all liability, claims, and/or damages for personal injury, property damage or injury to their pet(s).
3. Dog Park Users agree to abide by the Dog Park rules and any future amendments thereto.
4. Dog Park Users use the Dog Park AT THEIR OWN RISK and assume all risk of injury to themselves, any minor accompanying them, and users assume all risk of injury and damage to their personal property.
5. Only dogs are permitted and no more than three (3) dogs per Dog Park User.
6. No dog with a history of biting either a human or other dogs shall be permitted.
7. All dogs must be fully vaccinated and licensed, in compliance with State, County and City requirements, and must wear a collar with current tags. Spiked collars are not permitted.
8. Dogs must always be attended by, under the control of, and in the view of an adult over 18 years.
9. Dogs must be on leash at all times unless in the designated off-leash enclosed areas.
10. Dog Park Users must always have the leash on their person.
11. Dog Park Users are responsible for their dog’s behavior and are legally responsible for injuries caused by their dog.
12. Dog Park Users must pick up after their dog and dispose of waste in the containers provided.
13. Dog Park Users must fill any holes made by their dogs.
14. No one under the age of 18 years shall be permitted in the Dog Park unless under adult supervision.
15. No female dogs in heat are permitted.
16. Rough play and aggressive dogs are not allowed. In the event a dog displays aggressive behavior, the dog shall immediately be placed on a leash and removed.
17. No human or dog food allowed; however, dog treats are allowed.
18. Never give treats to a dog without the Dog Park User’s permission.
19. No alcohol or tobacco products permitted.
20. Only “throw” toys are allowed.
21. Do not brush or otherwise groom dogs inside the Dog Park.