Corpus Christi does not impose breed-specific bans. Dangerous and aggressive dog designations are behavior-based per Chapter 6 and align with Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 822 (Lillians Law). Aggressive dogs must wear an orange collar visible at 50 feet.
Corpus Christi follows behavior-based dangerous dog regulation rather than breed-specific legislation, consistent with Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 822 (known as Lillians Law). Under the citys Chapter 6 animal ordinance, a dog is classified as aggressive if it attacks or kills another animal. A dangerous dog designation is based on the animals actions, not its breed. Dogs deemed aggressive or dangerous must be registered with Corpus Christi Animal Care Services (CCACS) and obtain an annual dangerous dog permit. Required conditions include wearing a special orange collar and leash purchased from CCACS that is visible at 50 feet, posting a visible warning sign on the premises, providing a certificate of public liability insurance for at least $100,000, and having the dog muzzled and leashed when outside the property. Pet owners of aggressive dogs must use a 3-foot leash (shorter than the standard 6-foot leash requirement). The city updated these provisions in 2023 to strengthen enforcement.
Failure to comply with dangerous dog requirements: misdemeanor citation and fines. Unregistered dangerous dogs may be impounded. Serious attacks may result in dog being declared dangerous and euthanized per state law.
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