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Walking Your Dog

Houston, TX · City rule · Reviewed 2026-09-26

Keep your dog on a leash on Houston streets and public property; owned pets may not roam freely.

Official source: Responsible Pet OwnershipSource checked 2026-09-26

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The rule in plain language

Houston's responsible pet ownership guidance states that keeping a dog on a leash is the law and that pets must be kept inside the home or yard when not being walked.

What to keep in mind

City dog parks are the designated off-leash exception and have posted entry, vaccination, supervision, and cleanup rules. Dogs must be leashed before entering and after leaving those areas.

Official source

Responsible Pet Ownership

City rule: City of Houston · retrieved-2026-09-25 · Source checked 2026-09-26 · Reviewed 2026-09-26

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