Lithia Ridge Official FAQs

Q: What should I do if a neighbor lets their pets out to do their business without leash or their presence?

A: The first step is to communicate with the owner (if known) and remind them of Hillsborough County Animal Control Ordinance 81-20 (Section 7) which requires all pets to be confined to their owner’s property or restrained by a leash when in public areas. If you are not sure of the owner, keep an eye on the pets and see what house they return to. Talk to the neighbor to determine attitude. You can remind them their pets are no match for the occasional coyotes which roam our neighborhood.
If that does not work, documentation is very important which includes date(s) and time of day. Communicate with Wise Property Management and submit your complaint and documentation.

It is also your option to contact Hillsborough County Animal Control directly. They can trap the pet and if claimed at the animal facility, the owner may be fined according to the ordinance. If not claimed, the pet may be put up for adoption or euthanized.

Q: My neighbor’s teenager walks their dog but does not pick up the excrements. What can I do?

A: The first step is to talk to the neighbor (parent/care-giver) and let them know of this lack of consideration. Hopefully, this indiscretion is solved. If not, capture the violation with photos. Send these and complaint to Wise Property Management for review and action as appropriate.

Q: How can owners find and retrieve escaped/loose pets?

A: The Official Lithia Ridge and Lithia Ridge Community Chat pages are the fastest ways to get a “Pet Alert” throughout the community.