Herndon follows Virginia dangerous dog law (VA Code 3.2-6540.1 et seq.), which uses behavior-based classification rather than breed. There is no breed-specific ban; pit bulls and other breeds are legal, subject to dangerous dog determinations.
The Town of Herndon does not impose breed-specific legislation. Virginia Code 3.2-6540.1 preempts localities from declaring a dog dangerous solely based on breed, so pit bulls, Rottweilers, and other often-targeted breeds are legal in Herndon. Instead, dogs can be classified as dangerous or vicious based on actual behavior. A dog that bites a person or kills or injures another companion animal without provocation can be declared dangerous by a court after a hearing initiated by animal control. Owners of dangerous dogs must register the animal annually, post warning signs, maintain secure enclosures, carry liability insurance of at least 100,000 dollars, microchip and spay/neuter the animal, and muzzle and leash it off the property. A dog that kills a person or displays vicious behavior can be declared vicious and ordered euthanized. Fairfax County Animal Protection Police handle investigations in Herndon, and owners may appeal determinations to circuit court.
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