Kootenai County, ID Animal Ordinances: Breed Restrictions (2026)

Kootenai County has no ordinance targeting specific breeds. 103 is any dog that, without justified provocation, has "inflicted death or serious injury on a person or domestic animal," or that was previously declared "at risk" and then bites again; an "AT RISK DOG" is one that bites without causing serious injury. 301, and the owner gets written notice within fourteen days along with the right to contest the declaration before the board. 302 then lists what the board or district court can order for a declared dog: secure indoor confinement or a locked pen at least five feet by ten feet with a secure top and sides buried two feet into the ground; a muzzle and a leash no longer than four feet whenever the dog leaves its enclosure; a clearly visible "BEWARE OF DOG" sign readable from the road plus a child-warning symbol; public liability insurance naming the county as an additional insured, up to a $500,000 policy limit; periodic sheriff inspections at a minimum $25 fee per animal; and identification, including photographs and, if ordered, an ear tattoo of the owner's last name and the last four digits of their social security number.

305). 303, the sheriff can order impoundment and destruction if the dog attacks again, or if the owner misses the fourteen day compliance window after a final declaration.