Dane County does not have breed-specific legislation. All dog breeds are permitted in unincorporated areas; dangerous dog determinations are made on individual behavior under Chapter 47.
Dane County Chapter 47 does not impose breed-specific bans or restrictions. Dangerous animal determinations are made based on individual animal behavior (history of attacks or threats). Animals declared dangerous under Chapter 47 may be subject to enhanced containment, muzzle requirements, or surrender. Wisconsin state law (Wis. Stat. §174.02) governs liability for dog attacks regardless of breed.
Dangerous animal violations under Chapter 47 can result in required confinement measures or animal surrender. Dog attack liability falls to the owner under Wis. Stat. §174.02.
Dane County, WI
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