Pet Policy Committee

A committee was formed to determine if Splendid Acres needed a defined pet policy. At this time the committee has recommended that the development follow the guidelines of Warren County. If you have been bitten by a dog in the neighborhood please contact the owner immediately. You may also file a report by calling 911 as well with authorities. Warren County recommends reporting the incident to Warren County Health Services Administrator Phone: 515-690-9190

Please see the Warren County website for their information.

https://www.warrencountyia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Chapter21.pdf

Warren County, Iowa has several pet policies, including:

Number of pets
A household can have up to four dogs that are six months or older. Kennels with five or more dogs are permitted in the Agricultural (A) and Rural Residential (RR) Zoning Districts with a Conditional Use Permit.

Identification

All dogs in Warren County must have an identification tag with the owner's name, address, and vaccination records.

Leashes

Dogs must be leashed or restrained when off their owner's property or on public property.

Dog Bites

Dog owners or local law enforcement must immediately report any dog bites to the Warren County Health Services Administrator.

Domesticated Animals

Privately owned domesticated animals must be leashed, carried, or kept under the owner's control in Warren County Conservation areas. Horseback riding is only permitted on vehicular roadways.