# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 13. Other Powers of Counties -- Regulatory

### Subtitle 1. Regulation of Animals

#### Section 13-131

(a)

  (1) The County Council of Talbot County shall set the fees, terms, and forms for dog and kennel licenses.

  (2) A dog license expires as specified by county law.

(b) In Talbot County, a dog tag may be a metal tag or a surgically implanted microchip.

(c)

  (1) In Talbot County, the owner or custodian of a female dog that is in heat may not knowingly allow the dog to run at large.

  (2) A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)