Odessa has a dangerous dog ordinance rather than breed-specific restrictions. Dogs declared dangerous based on behavior are subject to registration, confinement, and insurance requirements regardless of breed.
Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 822 governs dangerous dogs statewide. Odessa follows state law requiring owners of dogs that have attacked or exhibited dangerous behavior to register with Animal Control, maintain liability insurance, confine the dog securely, and post warning signs. There are no breed-specific bans.
Owners of dangerous dogs who fail to comply with registration and confinement requirements face criminal charges under state law.
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