Dublin, CA Animal Ordinances: Breed Restrictions (2026)

The City of Dublin does not publish any breed-specific ban or breed-restriction ordinance. Its Vicious Dogs page and Animal Control framework address dangerous animals based on conduct, not breed. When there is evidence that a dog has displayed vicious behavior, such as biting or destroying property, the City's hearing officer is empowered to hold a hearing, take oral and documentary evidence, and determine whether the dog is vicious. A dog found to be vicious is deemed a public nuisance, and the hearing officer may order it humanely destroyed or removed from the area, or order the nuisance abated through fencing, leashing, or other measures. No specific breed (such as pit bulls) is named in the City's vicious-dog materials. This behavior-based approach is consistent with California law: state law generally bars cities from adopting breed-specific legislation that is not breed-neutral, though local agencies may apply breed-neutral spay/neuter or 'potentially dangerous'/'vicious' dog programs. Owners concerned that a dog poses an immediate risk to people or property are directed to contact animal control dispatch at 510-667-7763 or call 911. In short, in Dublin the controlling question is whether a particular dog behaves dangerously, not what breed it is.