City and County of Denver Ordinance Concerning Dog Excrement
Denver Ordinance:
- Immediate Removal: Denver Ordinances (Sec. 8-73) require that all dog excrement be removed immediately from any property that is not your own, whether public or private.
- Purpose: This ordinance aims to keep Denver’s environment and urban surroundings clean, protecting people, pets, and local wildlife.
- Fines:
- First offense: $125 fine.
- Second offense: $50 fine.
- Third offense: $100 fine.
- Public Spaces: You should always pick up after your dog, even in public areas like parks and sidewalks, according to the City and County of Denver.
- Why it’s important: Dog waste can carry diseases like salmonella and E coli, and it is a nuisance in public spaces.
- Report a problem: Report a barking dog or any other animal-related issues to Denver Animal Protection at 720-913-1311 or 3-1-1.