Dog rules in South Charleston
South Charleston licenses dogs, requires a permit above two, and fines dogs found at large.
At a glance
| Topic | South Charleston rule |
|---|---|
| License | Dogs six months or older, $3, expires June 30, rabies certificate |
| Dog limit | More than two dogs needs a Property Board permit |
| Running at large | Prohibited, with impoundment and fines |
| Dangerous dogs | Sworn complaint, mayor decision, conditions |
Licensing and limits
The South Charleston code 505.07 (dog license) says every person keeping a dog must license it with the City Treasurer for $3, with a veterinarian's rabies certificate, and that the license expires June 30. It also says no one may keep or harbor more than two dogs without a permit from the Property Board. The South Charleston code 505.06 (keeping animals) allows pet dogs that are not a nuisance or a known danger.
Running at large
The South Charleston code 505.08 (running at large) says no dog may run at large in the city except on the owner's property, whether or not it wears a tag. A dog found at large is seized and impounded at the owner's expense, with fines of $50 to $100 for a first offense.
Nearby example
The Charles Town code 1102.11 (dogs generally) for Charles Town, also in West Virginia, sets a $3 dog tax and declares vicious or dangerous dogs a public nuisance. City rules differ, so check yours.
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