Auburn does not ban any dog breed. Dangerous dog designations are based on individual behavior under RCW 16.08 and ACC 6.02. Owners of declared dangerous dogs face containment and insurance rules.
Auburn City Code 6.02 (Animal Control) follows Washington State RCW 16.08 for dangerous dog regulation. There is no breed-specific ban on pit bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, or any other breed within Auburn city limits. Instead, individual dogs can be declared potentially dangerous or dangerous based on documented aggressive behavior: unprovoked bites, attacks on domestic animals, or chasing people in a menacing fashion. A dangerous dog declaration under RCW 16.08.090 requires the owner to keep the dog securely enclosed or leashed and muzzled when off the property, carry at least a $250,000 surety bond or liability insurance, register the dog annually with Auburn, and comply with marking and signage rules. Directing or allowing a dog to attack is a gross misdemeanor under ACC 6.02.100. Landlords, HOAs, and private rental contracts in Auburn may impose breed restrictions independent of city law; those are private contract terms not enforced by the city.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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