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Town Regulations
Individual towns and the Cape Hatteras National Seashore have their own
restrictions pertaining to pets. As always, please remember to be courteous and
clean up after your pet.
Duck
Dogs are required to be vaccinated for rabies, collared and controlled by a
leash or restraint. The exception to this is on the beach, where dogs are
permitted to play unleashed. As a matter of public safety and courtesy, dogs on
the beach should be under the watchful eye and control of the owner.
Southern Shores
No dogs allowed on the beach from May 15 - September 15. Year-round leash
law. Owners must clean up after dogs. Law strictly enforced
.
Kitty Hawk
No pets allowed on beach from May 15 - September 15. From September 16 - May
14, dogs must be restrained on a leash not exceeding 6 feet in length. Owners
must clean up after their dogs.
Kill Devil Hills
Dogs are allowed on the beach from mid-September to mid-May. Dogs aiding the
handicapped are allowed year-round. All pet waste must be gathered in
appropriate containers. Year-round leash law
.
Nags Head
Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round as long as they are restrained by a
leash not exceeding 10 feet. All pet waste must be properly disposed of by
owners.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round, if they are restrained with a leash
6 feet or less. Pets are not allowed on designated swim beaches or in buildings.
Please clean up after your pet. Do not leave your pets unattended.
