The first time we see such a patrol, with the dog on a leash that looks about 25 feet long, the seriousness of the animal's predicament hits home.

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Make regular stops -- every two hours for a puppy, every three to four hours for a cat or an adult dog -- so your pet can take a walk on a leash (some cats enjoy a little leash walk).

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She added that pets must weigh no more than 35 pounds, register with building, and stay on a leash when not in the dog park.

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