Dog rules in Boise
Boise writes its dog rules into the city animal code, and they apply to a large dog from the first day.
At a glance
| Topic | Boise rule |
|---|---|
| License | Required for dogs over 16 weeks old |
| Leash | On a leash in public unless in a designated area |
| Household limit | More than four dogs or five cats needs a kennel license |
| No license fine | $10 plus court costs per the fine schedule |
Licensing and fines
The Boise City animal code update (2021) says no one may keep a dog over sixteen weeks old in Boise without a license, and a dog must wear a collar with the tag. The Boise fine schedule update lists a $10 fine plus court costs for a dog without a license and a $25.75 fine for a first dog-at-large offense.
Leash and off-leash areas
The Boise Animal Compliance page says dogs must be on a leash unless in an area otherwise indicated and that owners must remove waste. The Boise off-leash parks page says Boise parks have specific off-leash areas and that an off-leash season runs in other parks from November to February, with a visible, current license required.
How many dogs
The Boise non-commercial kennel license page says households with five or more dogs and cats need a non-commercial kennel license with written consent from neighbors within 100 feet.
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