Dog restrictions start for summer on Delmarva beaches

OCEAN CITY, Md. - As summer approaches, seasonal pet restrictions are taking effect in beach towns on Delmarva.

Ocean City

• Dogs are not allowed on the beach or boardwalk from May 1 through Sept. 30
• They are permitted from Oct. 1 through April 30, but must be leashed
• Dog owners can visit the Ocean City Dog Playground, at 94th Street and Bayside
• The off-leash park offers daily, multi-day, and annual passes, registration is required

Rehoboth Beach

• Dogs are not allowed on the beach or boardwalk from May 1 through Sept. 30

Bethany Beach 

• Dogs are not allowed on the beach or boardwalk from May 15 through Sept. 30

South Bethany

• Dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 15 through Oct. 15

Fenwick Island

• Dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 1 through Sept. 30