Los Angeles Dog Park Laws and Regulations

Prevent Dog Bite Injuries by Following Los Angeles Dog Park Laws

In order to visit a dog park in Los Angeles, you must first be aware of several laws and regulations, which are intended to create a safe environment for all pet owners and animals. Most of these regulations are straightforward and common sense. A few, however, are not so obvious and a dog owner can easily violate them without meaning to.

Below, our experienced Los Angeles dog bite attorneys will discuss the most important laws and regulations you must observe when visiting a dog park with your pet. If you have suffered a dog bite, West Coast Trial Lawyers is always here to answer any questions you may have about dog bite claims and available damages.

To schedule a free consultation at our Los Angeles personal injury law firm, please contact our 24/7 legal team by calling 213-927-3700 or filling out our quick contact form.

Dog Park Basics

Only dogs are allowed at city beaches and parks. This means that puppies are not permitted. Neither are aggressive dogs. A dog who is of age must be licensed, vaccinated, and spayed or neutered. Your dog must also wear a collar and tag with your contact information.

Once these requirements have all been met, your dog must be on a leash that you can restrict to a maximum of six (6) feet while at the parking lot. You are expected to maintain control of your pet while it is leashed. Make sure you also bring baggies to clean up your dog’s waste immediately.

Please be aware that any food, dog treats, and alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

Los Angeles Dog Park Laws

• All female dogs who are in a stage of heat are not permitted. (LAMC. 53.29)
• All dogs must be leashed at all times in the parking area. (LAMC. 53.06.2)
• Defecation must be immediately removed. (LAMC. 53.49)
• Dogs four months of age and older must be vaccinated and licensed. All dogs must wear tags and collars. (LAMC. 53.51,53.15.3(a)and 53.21)
• Vicious dogs are not allowed. (LAMC. 53.34)
• Dogs must be spayed/neutered. (LAMC. 53.15.2)
• If a dog bite or injury occurs, the dog owner must exchange contact information with the aggrieved individual. (PEN 398)
• Dogs cannot be abandoned. (PEN 597)
• Dogs younger than four months are not allowed.
• Dogs cannot be left unattended inside a vehicle. (PEN 597.7)
• Alcohol is not allowed. (LAMC. 41.27)
• Any dogs who are suffering from a communicable disease are not allowed.
• No other type of animal besides a dog will be allowed.

What to Do if a Dog Has Bitten You at a Dog Park

If you have suffered a dog bite at a dog park, it is important that you stay calm and carefully assess the severity of the bite, treat it as best you can, and talk to the dog’s owner and gather information such as contact details, dog’s vaccination status, and photos and videos of the bite and the dog. Should you wish to file a personal injury claim, it is highly recommended to consult with a dog bite attorney who can look over the details of your case, provide you legal options, and can give you an estimated sum of your compensation through a personal injury calculator.  If you choose to file a claim with them, they will get started on the legal process and begin filing all of the necessary paperwork to ensure your chances of recovering compensation doesn’t go past the statute of limitations.

West Coast Trial Lawyers Is Here to Help 

If you have sustained injuries as a result of a dog bite, our expert Los Angeles dog bite attorneys at West Coast Trial Lawyers can help you recover compensation for the losses you have suffered, including medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

Contact us today by calling 213-927-3700 or filling out our contact form to schedule a free consultation with our experienced, caring, and compassionate legal team.