A. Except as provided in subsection (B) or (C) of this section, it is unlawful to ride, bring, leave, turn loose or allow any animal to be within any City park, recreation trail or recreation center unless expressly permitted by the City.

B. Except during a dog show or exhibition authorized by the Director of Recreation, it is unlawful to bring or allow a dog to be within any City park, recreation center or recreation area, unless the dog is restrained by a chain, line or leash not to exceed six feet and is in the custody and control of some competent person.

C. Subsection (A) of this section shall not apply to dogs or horses which are in special areas of parks or on trails designated and posted by the Director of Public Works for such purposes, provided regulations for the use of the designated area are complied with. Subsection (A) of this section shall not apply to a seeing-eye dog or other service animal assisting a person with a disability. (Ord. 3322 § 1, 2014; Ord. 2651 § 1, 1995; Ord. 1179 § 1 Art. 3; prior code § 21.3.1(11)).