Baton Rouge does not ban any specific dog breeds. Louisiana state law (RS 14:102.14) addresses dangerous dogs based on individual behavior rather than breed. Owners of declared dangerous dogs must comply with additional requirements.
Baton Rouge does not have breed-specific legislation. Louisiana Revised Statutes §14:102.14 provides for dangerous dog declarations based on individual animal behavior — unprovoked attacks causing injury — rather than breed. Owners of declared dangerous dogs must comply with state requirements including secure enclosure, warning signs, and liability insurance. All breeds are subject to the same leash, confinement, and rabies vaccination requirements. The EBR Parish Animal Control handles dangerous dog investigations.
No breed bans exist. Owners of declared dangerous dogs who fail to comply face criminal penalties and potential animal seizure.
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