Responsible Pet Ownership in Chandler

Abiding by leash laws and cleaning animal waste are important, as well as making sure that pets don't disturb the peace by barking or howling at inappropriate times.

Listed below is basic information every pet owner should know:

• Enforcement of most laws and ordinances involving cats and dogs is the responsibility of Maricopa County Animal Care and Control.
  
• Dogs four months and older must be vaccinated against rabies and licensed annually.
  
• Dogs may not be loose unless they are being used for livestock control or hunting.
  
• Dogs outside of the residence must be in a suitable enclosure or confined on a leash no longer than six feet in length.
  
• It is unlawful for dog owners to harbor a dog that barks or howls on a consistent basis and disturbs the peace of neighbors.
• Cats are considered "free roaming" animals by law, which makes responsible pet ownership even more important.

Important Resources:

City of Chandler, 480-782-2220. For more information about pet ownership responsibilities.

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, 602-506-7387. For dogs-at-large, licensing, bites, and vicious dogs.

Arizona Humane Society, 602-997-7585. For injured or sick animals or to report animal cruelty.

Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, 602-876-1681. To report animal cruelty.

Arizona Animal Welfare League, 602-433-2000. To report animal cruelty.