Jeongeup-si, Pet Dog Leash Must Be Within 2m... 500,000 KRW Fine for Violations

[Jeongeup=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Jaegil] Jeongeup City, Jeonbuk Province announced on the 21st that a fine will be imposed if the leash exceeds 2 meters when taking a companion dog outside.

Accordingly, companion dog owners must keep the length of the leash or chest strap within 2 meters when going out with their dogs.

In shared spaces within multi-family houses, multi-unit houses, and apartment complexes, owners must either hold their dogs directly or grasp the nape part of the leash to easily control their dogs.

This measure was established as the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs implemented the ‘Enforcement Rules of the Animal Protection Act’ containing these provisions to effectively control companion animals and prevent harm to others during walks or outings.

According to the revised ‘Enforcement Rules of the Animal Protection Act,’ failure to wear a leash or maintain it within 2 meters will result in fines of 200,000 KRW for the first violation, 300,000 KRW for the second, and 500,000 KRW for the third violation.

The city plans to post this information on various bulletin boards such as the city website and promote it through campaigns to prevent fines from being imposed under the revised rules.

A city official said, “We hope that this enforcement of the Animal Protection Act will make walks with companion dogs safer,” and added, “We hope companion dogs are recognized as safe friends and family members living together with the people around them.”

Detailed information about the amendment to the Animal Protection Act can be found in the ‘Announcements’ section on the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs website.

Jeongeup=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Jaegil gjg7070@asiae.co.kr

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