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Leashed dogs still stress seals and may be illegal on seasonal beach zones—leave pets home for dedicated seal watches. A spooked seal fleeing into traffic or surf injures itself and bystanders.
Sources: Town of Ocean City · National Park Service — Assateague
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
