Animal Ordinance Updates Take Effect in Trenton and Dade County
Residents of Trenton and Dade County, Georgia, are being informed about recently updated local animal ordinances, according to a community update released on . The City of Trenton and Dade County launched an Animal Ordinance Awareness Campaign on to educate the public about the changes.
Officials emphasize that these updates do not introduce any new laws. Instead, existing Georgia state animal welfare laws have been formally adopted into local ordinances. This move aims to improve clarity and enforcement at the local level, and to make the regulations more accessible to residents. The focus of the campaign, officials say, is education—not punishment.
The campaign will share information over the coming days on several key topics, including rabies vaccination requirements, animal containment and laws regarding animals running at large, regulations concerning female dogs in heat, and rules related to abandonment, breeding, and public pet sales. Information will also be provided on housing standards, temperature requirements for animals, and expectations for providing food, water, and veterinary care.
Residents are encouraged to follow the campaign for updates and to ask questions. The updated ordinances are available online at trentonga.gov/animal-control.
The updates also address aggressive and vicious dog classifications, allowing for earlier intervention and requiring corrective action from owners to protect the community. This approval came from a unanimous vote by the City Council on .
Discussion surrounding animal control has been ongoing. A Dade County Board of Commissioners meeting on , included debate on animal control and a potential nuisance ordinance. At that meeting, the board also approved the purchase of three 2025 Ford Explorers for the Dade County Sheriff’s Office.
The Trenton-Dade Animal Center was also a topic of discussion at the July 3rd meeting, though the commission did not reach a consensus on related matters.
The Animal Ordinance Awareness Campaign is a collaborative effort between the City of Trenton and Dade County, with the goal of fostering a safe and compassionate community for both people, and animals. Officials thank residents for being responsible pet owners.
