Dadeville residents have been complaining for years about dogs running at large disturbing walks, threatening those walking by baring teeth, barking and more.

City officials have not passed a leash ordinance because doing so would force the town to hire an animal control officer and house seized animals, something the City of Dadeville does not have the funds for. Without a leash ordinance, the Dadeville Police Department has found itself handcuffed in some ways but according to Dadeville Police Department Capt. Chris Martin, the department is trying to make sure animals are cared for.

Cliff Williams is a staff writer for Tallapoosa Publishers.