The City’s commitment to reduce harmful pollutants entering our lakes and rivers is successful by a multi-functional approach. Pet owner responsibility is an important factor. Dog feces left on city right-of-ways can enter the storm systems by natural breakdown and rain resulting in e-coli and high levels of nitrogen and phosphorous contamination to our recreational waterways. Leaving pet waste is not only a health hazard and a contaminant, it is unlawful and is subject to fines that can be progressive.
- All dog owners are asked to be respectful and abide by County and City laws.
- Dogs should be under control at all times on a leash and not allowed onto private property.
- All pet waste should be picked up and disposed into a refuse container or flushed down the toilet.
- If you see pet waste not being picked up, please follow the guidelines within the relevant ordinance and submit the complaint to either:
Seminole County Animal Services
407-665-5201
www.seminolepet.com
City of Oviedo
Code Enforcement Division
407-971-5785
For more information regarding the prevention of storm water pollution, please contact the City’s Stormwater Coordinator at 407-971-5682.