Jupiter, FL Animal Ordinances: Breed Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Breed Bans
- Prohibited by state
- State Law
- FL 767.14 preemption
- Dangerous Dog
- FL 767.11 behavior-based
- HOAs
- May still restrict
- Insurance
- May require breed-specific
Summary
No breed restrictions exist in Jupiter. FL Statute 767.14 preempts all breed-specific legislation statewide, so pit bulls, rottweilers, and every other breed are legal. Dangerous dog status is behavior-based under FL 767.
Additional local restrictions authorized. - This act does not limit any local government or public housing authority from adopting an ordinance or a policy, respectively, to address the safety and welfare concerns caused by attacks on persons or domestic animals; placing further restrictions or additional requirements on owners of dogs that have bitten or attacked persons or domestic animals; or developing procedures and criteria for the implementation of this act, provided that no such regulation is specific to breed, weight, or size and that the provisions of this act are not lessened by such additional regulations or requirements. History. - s. 5, ch. 90-180; s. 5, ch. 2016-16; s. 1, ch.
Full Breakdown
Since 1990 FL 767.14 has preempted any Florida municipality from banning dogs by breed. The Miami-Dade pit bull ban, the lone pre-1990 grandfathered exception, was repealed by voter referendum in October 2023. Jupiter has zero breed-based bans. Any dog regardless of breed can be declared dangerous under FL 767.11 after unprovoked biting, severe injury, or killing another domestic animal. Dangerous dog registration with PBC ACC costs 500 dollars annually plus liability insurance and enclosure requirements.
Violations & Fines
No breed fines. Dangerous dog violations up to 1,000 dollars and criminal charges under FL 767.13.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my HOA ban pit bulls?
Sources & Official References
Other rules in Jupiter
How Jupiter compares: Cities with No Dog Breed Restrictions·Florida rules heatmap·Compare Jupiter to another location·View the Florida animal ordinances overview
See something wrong?
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.
Breed Restrictions in Nearby Cities
How other cities in Palm Beach County handle breed restrictions.