Your Pets

Number of Pets - The Lincolnshire Village Code specifies that residents may have up to three (3) dogs or three (3) cats, or a combination of three dogs or cats at a residence in the Village. Any more than three (3) dogs or cats is a violation and could result in a ticket being issued.

Animal Litter - The Police Department is receiving more complaints of animal owners allowing their pets to defecate on property other than their own and not picking up the waste. The problem is evident along the Village's bike paths. This is a violation of the Village Code and could result in a $50.00 ticket. Be respectful and responsible and pick up after your pet wherever you are, and please help keep our Village attractive.

Parks - As a reminder, dogs are not allowed in any of the Village's parks at any time.

Pets on a Leash - While off your property, the Village Code requires your pet to be under your direct control at all times. While some pets are very well trained, most require being on a leash. Also, even when on your property, your dog may become startled or excited when a walker or jogger goes by, and they could dart at or charge the person. Please keep your pet under your control at all times when outdoors.

Licenses - Dogs and cats no longer have to be registered in the Village. Dogs are still required to be vaccinated for rabies annually and wear the rabies tag issued by the Lake County Health Department.

Pet At-Large - The Village gets numerous calls daily of dogs and cats at large and often the police end up bringing them to Orphans of the Storm because staff has no way to identify the owners of the animals. Most of the dogs are getting out of the electric fences and don't have a collar with tags identifying the animal. Dog and cat owners should make sure their pets are wearing some type of identification tag in the event they are picked up by the Police Department. This will ensure your animal's speedy and safe return.