As a courtesy to others and to protect your dog. Imagine how your neighbors must feel when your dog runs through his garden, messes in his yard, knocks over his trash can or bites his child. In rural areas, imagine if you were the farmer who had his animals killed or injured by dogs. All of these can happen and do happen in Hamilton county. It is also dangerous for your dog to run loose.
Dogs are no match for cars.
The dog owner is held responsible for both personal injury and property damage done by their dog. When your dog becomes six months of age. Any licensed veterinarian in Hamilton County. Any warm-blooded animal including man can contract rabies. It is almost always fatal.