Pembroke Pines does not impose breed-specific legislation. Florida Statute 767.14 preempts local breed-specific bans except for Miami-Dade County's grandfathered pit bull ban.
Florida Statute 767.14 prohibits local governments from enacting breed-specific regulations, with the sole exception of Miami-Dade County's pre-existing pit bull ban. Pembroke Pines (in Broward County) cannot ban any specific breed. Dogs are regulated based on individual behavior under Florida's dangerous dog statute (F.S. 767.11-767.16). A dog may be classified as dangerous after investigation by animal control. Owners of dangerous dogs must comply with registration, confinement, insurance, and signage requirements.
Owners of classified dangerous dogs who fail to comply face criminal charges, significant fines, and potential destruction of the animal.
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