“It shall be the duty of every owner of an animal to ensure that the animal is kept under restraint, and that precautions are taken to prevent the animal from leaving, while unattended, the real property limits of its owner.”
“It shall be the duty of every owner of an animal to immediately remove excrement deposited by the animal on any street or right-of-way. The provisions of this subsection shall not apply to any animal aiding the handicapped (e.g., guide dog) or to an animal used for law enforcement related activities.”
If you notice any violation of these ordinances, please contact Animal Enforcement at
404-294-2996. Calls during after hours, weekends, holidays, should be directed to
404-294-2911. For calls concerning dead animal pickup, call
404-294-2900.