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Originally Posted by Bryan

First, there is a section/forum/whatever-you-call-it in Talk of The Villages called "All About Pets". Lots of good information for pet owners in TV (or anywhere) there so take a look at some of the posts in it. I'll bet good detailed answers to many of your questions are there.

Within TV, no fences are allowed (well, some install an "invisible fence" and that seems to be OK) so you have to keep your dog on a lease when outside the house (a few exceptions in courtyard villas which have a fence). You are supposed to pick up after your pet and dispose of that in your trash - not in a storm drain. Each county has similar dog licensing requirements so once you settle, license you dog in the appropriate county which means shots, etc.

There is one existing, and one or two planned dog parks in TV that are free for residents and several "fee" parks in or around TV where you can go for a small fee. Each has their own rules but basically your dog needs to be licensed, shots up to date, and you need to be on hand to control your dog.

As far as I know, there are no size restrictions. Deed covenants and restrictions vary from village to village so some may have a two-dog limit, some may not - I am not 100% sure on that. Check with your sales agent before buying or Deed Compliance if you already own here and they should be able to give you good poop.

There are lots of dogs in TV. You will see them at the both public squares every day and at most outdoor public events, sports events, etc. Some (but not all) restaurants even allow your dog to be with you when you are sitting outside eating (but never inside except service animals). Florida law allows restaurant management to make the decision on whether or not dogs are allowed in outside eating areas so it is NOT against state law NOR is it required by state law - restaurant management decides.

What is the fee in Sumter County for licensing a dog?? I looked on their website but it doesn't indicate the fee.