Leash Law Information

Beaches of Corolla - 252-232-2075 Leashes are required but there are no length requirements at all times.

Town of Duck - 252-255-1234 Dogs are permitted to be on the beach without a leash, but must be on a leash in all other places within the town, not to exceed 10 feet in length. Beaches are pet-friendly year round.

Town of Kill Devil Hills - 252-449-5300 Leash law requires leash not to exceed ten (10) feet in length. Dogs are permitted on beaches from 6pm to 9am from May 15th to September 15th each year, except those aiding a handicap person.

Town of Kitty Hawk - 252-261-3552 Leash law requires leash not to exceed six (6) feet in length between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm from Friday, before Memorial Day until the day after Labor Day. At all other times the leash may be extended, but must be retractable to 12 ft. Well trained dogs may be unleashed under close supervision of owner, not to exceed thirty (30) feet in distance between owner and dog.

Town of Nags Head - 252-441-5508 Leash law requires leash not to exceed ten (10) feet in length. Leashed pets allowed on towns beaches year round.

Town of Southern Shores - 252-261-2394 Leash law requires leash not to exceed ten (10) feet in length. From May 15th to September 15th of each year, animals are permitted on town beaches from 6pm-9am. Leash laws enforced year round.

Animal Hospitals

Animal Hospital of Nags Head (252 441 8611) Coastal Animal Hospital (252 261 3960) Martin's Point Veterinary Hospital (252 261 2250) Roanoke Island Animal Clinic (252 473 3117)

 

What to Bring with Your Dog

- Towel for drying off

- Water bottle

- Food

- Sunscreen

- Dog toy

- Blanket

- Life jacket for dog

- Leash

- Pick up bags

 

Websites for things to do with your “best friend”:

http://therealouterbanks.com/top-5-dog-friendly-areas-of-the-outer-banks.html http://martinspointvethosp.com/outer-banks-community-pet-events/ http://www.hikewithyourdog.com/Articles/DogginOuterBanks.html