Amarillo does not impose breed-specific bans. Texas state law (HB 292, 2023) prohibits municipalities from banning specific dog breeds. Amarillo enforces behavior-based dangerous dog provisions.
Amarillo does not have breed-specific legislation. Texas HB 292 (effective 2023) prohibits cities from enacting breed-specific bans statewide. Instead, Amarillo uses behavior-based dangerous dog provisions. Dogs that have bitten, attacked, or shown aggressive behavior may be declared dangerous regardless of breed. Owners of declared dangerous dogs must comply with enhanced containment requirements, carry liability insurance, and register the animal. The state dangerous dog statute (Health and Safety Code Chapter 822) also applies.
Owners of dangerous dogs who fail to comply with containment and insurance requirements face fines, animal impoundment, and potential criminal charges for serious incidents.
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