Because the Town is subject to the Cape Cod Total Maximum Daily Limit nitrogen requirements, the Town is required to distribute a public education message in the summer encouraging the proper management of pet waste.
To help keep our waterbodies clean and to comply with Falmouth’s General By-Laws (Part II; Chapter 83; Article III; Section 83-20.1 Disposal of Animal Waste), always carry a plastic bag or other collection means with you when you walk your dog and be sure to pick up your dog’s poop and dispose of it in a trash can. Citations and penalties between $25.00 (first offense) and $50.00 (second offense) can be issued for failing to meet these requirements.
Summer Pet Waste Message Flyers will be available at the Department of Public Works, Town Libraries, and Town Hall, or download a copy below.
P.S. Don't forget to obey leash laws.
§ 83-18 Restraining of dogs required; exceptions.
In accordance with the provisions of MGL C. 140, §§ 173 and 173A, all dogs shall be restrained from running at large, unless said dogs are leashed and accompanied by the owner or keeper or a person authorized by said owner or keeper. The preceding order shall be in force with the following exceptions:
A. Hunting dogs may run at large for supervised hunting during legal hunting season.
B. The training of hunting dogs will also be excepted from the restraining order providing the training meets with the approval of the Chief Conservation Officer.
