HAILEY, Idaho -- The police chief in the central Idaho town of Hailey says officers will be cracking down on dog owners who let their pets run loose.
Chief Jeff Gunter tells the Idaho Mountain Express that loose dogs are causing problems and pet owners need to be reined in.
He says police are getting 10 to 12 calls a week about dogs chasing kids, chasing cars, causing traffic problems, and fighting.
He says the city ordinance requires dogs not on the owner's property to be either on a leash or within voice command.
He says violators face a $300 fine along with animal shelter impound fees.
