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Louisa County amends animal code to tighten ‘dogs at large’ rules, adds warning step
Summary
The Louisa County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Feb. 18 to amend Chapter 14 of the county code to clarify when dogs are ‘running at large,’ create graduated misdemeanor penalties for repeat violations, and expand impoundment language for non‑companion animals; the board added an amendment allowing a warning notice for first offenses.
The Louisa County Board of Supervisors on Feb. 18 adopted changes to Chapter 14 of the county code aimed at clarifying enforcement of dogs running at large and expanding impoundment authority for animals other than dogs or cats.
The change makes it unlawful for a dog owner to place a dog in the custody of a person “not physically capable of maintaining effective control” and establishes graduated criminal penalties for repeat violations. The board also amended the draft during the meeting to allow an officer to issue a written warning for a first violation where a warning is more suitable.
County staff presenting the amendment said the draft revises section 14‑28 to define a dog running at large and to make enforcement consistent across magistrates and…
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