FAQs • Geneva, NY • CivicEngage

If I strike a dog or cat with my vehicle, do I have to report it?: Yes! By law a motorist has the responsibility to locate the owner of the animal and if unable to, notify the police.

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Police - Animals

1. If I strike a dog or cat with my vehicle, do I have to report it?: Yes! By law a motorist has the responsibility to locate the owner of the animal and if unable to, notify the police.

2. Does the City of Geneva have an Animal Control Officer?: The City of Geneva uses the Ontario County Humane Society for their animal control. Call them to see if they could help with your matter.

3. Does the City of Geneva have a leash law?: Yes! The City does have a leash law and it requires all dogs to be on a leash. This law also applies to Lakefront Park.

4. Are there any other City laws regarding dogs?: Yes! All dogs must be licensed. Also, there is a City law prohibiting nuisance dogs. There are several things that contribute to being a nuisance. They are, but not limited to, loud howling or habitual barking, habitually chasing and/or barking at persons or moving vehicles, jumping on a person or knocking them over, running together in a pack, or causing damage to another persons property. In addition, there also is a law prohibiting dangerous dogs.