SquirrelPac is a decentralized, autonomous initiative of responsible dog owners and citizens who take pride in this town's animal ordinances — and who are tired of watching irresponsible owners ruin it for everyone else.
Our three asks Read the actual lawOwatonna has animal ordinances on the books. The problem is not that we lack rules — it's that the rules are hard to understand, the penalties are weak and unclear, and enforcement is inconsistent. That vacuum is filled by misinformation, heated argument, and a vocal minority dominating the discourse.
Responsible owners keep their dogs leashed, licensed, vaccinated, and under control. But when the few don't, it damages the reputation of the many, puts animals and neighbors at risk, and erodes trust in the community. We push back — politely, persistently, and with the actual text of the law in hand.
Owatonna's animal ordinances live in Chapter 90 of the City Code of Ordinances. Here is the map, straight to the official text:
| Section | What it covers |
|---|---|
| § 90.02 | Number of animals permitted |
| § 90.03 | Vaccination required |
| § 90.05 | Running at large prohibited — the leash law's core |
| § 90.06 | Animal pens and premises kept clean |
| § 90.07 | Obligation to prevent nuisances |
| § 90.08 | Impounding procedures |
Update or replace the ordinance so an ordinary resident can read it once and know exactly what's required — no lawyer required, no ambiguity for bad actors to hide behind.
Clear and steep penalties for noncompliance. Fines and consequences that an irresponsible owner actually weighs before unclipping a leash.
A law nobody enforces is a suggestion. We ask for real enforcement capacity and a process citizens can actually use — so reporting a violation does something.
This is a decentralized initiative: no membership cards, no dues. Just neighbors evangelizing good practice and following through when it matters.