Pets

Pet owners MUST register their pet(s) with the on-site management office.

RULES GOVERNING PETS

1. Pet owners MUST register their pet(s) with the on-site management office and provide proof that they have received their rabies vaccine.
2. Pet owners must immediately remove all feces deposited by their animal. As a convenience to residents, pet waste stations have been provided in multiple locations throughout the property. Please be respectful of your neighbors and the community lawns.
3. Pets must be under the immediate control of their owners. NO pets, including dogs and cats, are allowed to roam the property.
4. Pets MUST be restrained with a leash not to exceed 6-feet in length.
5. Residents are prohibited from putting any food, water or shelter for animals outside their unit or common area. This includes bird feeders.
6. No animal may be tied up to a stationary object or restricted in a common area.
7. To the extent required by law, dog bites must be reported to the Department of Health.
8. Any dog who has bitten someone in the community is subject to a fine. If any further incidents occur, unless the owner agrees to muzzle their pet, the dog can be permanently removed from the community.
9. Pets are not to make unreasonably loud or disturbing noises that materially interfere with the rights and comfort of other unit owners.
10. Anyone who observes a violation of the above rules is asked to report it to the on-site management office.
11. Dogs/pets are NOT permitted in the Clubhouse or pool areas without prior documentation that they are a registered service or emotional support animal and approved by the HOA Board. If they are brought into the Clubhouse, the resident MUST also abide by the following rules:
    a. The pet must be kept on a leash not exceeding 4 feet, and must also be kept at the resident’s side at all times
    b. Residents can only provide water to their pet in the Clubhouse
    c. If their pet soils any area of the Clubhouse or causes any damage, the resident will be fined the cost of the cleanup at a minimum of $200.00 and shall be responsible for any damage.
    d. The owner of the pet assumes all legal liability related to the animal’s behavior while in the Clubhouse (or elsewhere in Acorn Ponds).
12. No dog grooming trucks are allowed to conduct business from their vehicles on Acorn Ponds property.
13. Pets are NOT permitted in the park or playground areas.