Regulation .11 Use of Dogs.
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A.
A person may use dogs on Service controlled lands or waters, with the following restrictions:
(1)
Fox and raccoon hunting and chasing in accordance with §B of this regulation;
(2)
Designated field trials must be conducted in accordance with the conditions of a valid Field Trial Permit in accordance with Natural Resources Article, §10-701, Annotated Code of Maryland, issued by the Service;
(3)
Dog training is allowed only in designated dog training areas in accordance with posted rules;
(4)
Persons may not use dogs in areas marked as closed to entry by dogs; and
(5)
Dogs shall be leashed from April 15 through August 15 unless in a designated dog training area or as otherwise posted.
B.
A permit from the Service is required to use dogs for hunting or chasing fox and raccoons on Service controlled lands and waters in all counties except:
(1)
Allegany;
(2)
Anne Arundel;
(3)
Calvert;
(4)
Charles;
(5)
Frederick;
(6)
Garrett;
(7)
Montgomery;
(8)
Prince George’s;
(9)
St. Mary’s; and
(10)
Washington.
C.
Unless otherwise posted, persons may only release and use live birds for dog training on Service controlled lands and waters with a Retriever Training Permit as described in COMAR 08.03.09.09 and a use permit from the Service.