Stray Dogs and Other Animals

Dogs and other pets are not permitted to run at large and must be under the control of their owner at all times according to Chapter 505.01(c) Dogs and Other Animals Running at Large of the Worthington City Code:

     (c)   No owner, keeper or harborer of any dog shall fail at any time to keep it either physically confined or restrained upon the premises of the owner, keeper or harborer by a leash, tether, adequate fence, supervision or secure enclosure to prevent escape, or under reasonable control of some person. (ORC 955.22)

If you need assistance with stray animals, you may contact Franklin County Animal Control by calling (614) 525-3400 24 hours a day.