Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Richmond, Rhode Island, max animals: Max 3 animal units per lot regardless of size; for all animals except chickens/rabbits lot must be >=1 acre; max 6 chickens or rabbits on a lot smaller than one acre. Source: Town of Richmond Code of Ordinances - Title 18 Zoning / Chapter 18.30 Domestic Livestock, verified 2026-06-05.
| max animals | Max 3 animal units per lot regardless of size; for all animals except chickens/rabbits lot must be >=1 acre; max 6 chickens or rabbits on a lot smaller than one acre | 18.30.020 B., C., D. |
Domestic livestock keeping as accessory residential use with animal units per acre, lot size minimums, and special permits for roosters/peacocks/swine.
Animal control including animals at large, dogs in heat, habitual nuisance dogs, bites, licenses, and cat spay/neuter requirements.