Garland does not ban specific dog breeds; instead, the city follows the Texas dangerous dog statute and enforces its own dangerous-dog registration, containment, and liability-insurance requirements.
Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 822 preempts breed-specific bans by Texas municipalities, so Garland regulates dogs based on individual behavior rather than breed. Under Garland's animal ordinance and state law, a dog declared 'dangerous' after attacking or seriously threatening a person must be registered with Animal Services, securely confined in an enclosure that prevents escape, restrained on a leash and muzzled when off the owner's property, and covered by at least $100,000 in liability insurance or a surety bond. Owners must post warning signs and notify the city within 24 hours if the dog escapes, attacks, or is sold. Failure to comply is a Class C misdemeanor and can escalate. Pit bulls, Rottweilers, and other commonly restricted breeds are legal in Garland so long as they are properly licensed, vaccinated, and contained.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Garland code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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