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I found out on further investigation that it is illegal in Travis County to have loose dogs running out in the road, and there is a way to report this.
Basically, you should make note of a general description of the dog (color, size, etc) and the address where the dog is hanging out. With that info, you can call 3-1-1 and report the issue. I have taken this step for this dog. The 3-1-1 responder said that an animal control officer will go out within 3 days to attempt to find the owner of the dog and give them some education about their obligation to restrain their dog. This first visit will not result in a citation, but subsequent reports can/will result in a citation.
Here's info on the law: https://www.tcsheriff.org/images/docs/about/tcleash.pdf
I would encourage others to report such loose dogs whenever possible! Let's make the roads safer for each other. Loose dogs running at cyclists can and do cause serious injuries to cyclists.
I also plan to get some pepper spray :-)
I semi-regularly ride my bike in a loop southeast of town that includes Sassman Rd. On some of my rides, I am graced by a dog or sometimes a couple of dogs running out to chase me and my friend down the road. The dog(s) pretty consistently come from one house. So far, the dogs haven't caused any direct harm and are scared away by yelling or squirts from a water bottle. However, it's a frightening and potentially dangerous issue.
Has anyone else experienced this on Sassman? This road is part of "Creedmore Cruise", so there are occasionally other cyclists and cyclist groups out this way.
Is there a "best way" to report such an issue to the local law enforcement? I'm not sure if this is within Austin city limits, but I know both Austin and Travis County have laws against loose dogs. It'd be nice to be able to ride this road without fear of a dog chase. It sure beats some of the other roads in the area as far as car traffic. I was considering grabbing the address the next time I'm out on the loop and calling 3-1-1. However, I thought I'd ask if there's some other suggestions. I think it'd be difficult for me to have any evidence other than reports from me and my cycling buddy. I like dogs, but I'm probably not going to jump off my bike and take a photo of one that's chasing me :)
Thanks!
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