Atlantic City is considering stricter regulations for dogs and reptiles on its beaches and Boardwalk this summer. According to the Press of Atlantic City, in a 6-3 vote, city council introduced an ordinance July 17 regulating the “taking, leaving, keeping or allowing of certain animals” on the Boardwalk. A public hearing and final vote will occur at council’s next meeting, 5 p.m. Aug. 14. The ordinance amends the city’s rules to prohibit dogs on the Boardwalk, beach or in the ocean between Memorial Day and Sept. 15.