None on the beach; service/assistance dogs performing a task are exempt.
All public beach, park, and playground areas on Siesta Key.
Sarasota County Ordinance / Code Sec. 14-41 et seq.; fines of $50 (first offense) up to $200+ court appearance for repeat offenses; nearest legal dog beach is Brohard Paw Park in Venice (off-leash, fenced).
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
No, Sarasota County ordinance bans dogs from Siesta Key's public beaches, including Siesta Beach, Crescent Beach, and Turtle Beach. None on the beach; service/assistance dogs performing a task are exempt.
Sarasota County Ordinance / Code Sec. 14-41 et seq.; fines of $50 (first offense) up to $200+ court appearance for repeat offenses; nearest legal dog beach is Brohard Paw Park in Venice (off-leash, fenced).
All public beach, park, and playground areas on Siesta Key.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.