Does the City of Des Moines have a leash law?
Yes, if the dog is on the owner’s property it must be restrained by an adequate protective fence or by leash, cord, chain or other similar restraint or the pet must be at all times within the actual physical presence of and immediately obedient to the commands of the owner or person given charge of the dog and at no time be more than six feet from such person. If the dog is off the owner’s premises it must be on a leash, cord, or chain or other similar restraint not more than six feet in length and under the control of a person competent to restrain and control the dog. Cats are not required to be leashed; however, if a cat is not confined within a premise, it is required to be spayed or neutered, properly licensed and must display a spay/neuter tag issued by the City.
