Port Hueneme, CA Animal Ordinances: Breed Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Breed Bans
- None: preempted by CA F&AC §31683
- Dangerous Dogs
- Subject to state dangerous dog law
- Insurance
- $100,000+ liability for declared dangerous dogs
- Animal Services
- (805) 388-4341
Summary
Port Hueneme does not impose breed-specific legislation banning any particular dog breed. California state law (Food & Agricultural Code §31683) preempts local breed-specific bans. However, dogs declared dangerous or vicious face additional requirements regardless of breed.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent a city or county from adopting or enforcing its own program for the control of potentially dangerous or vicious dogs that may incorporate all, part, or none of this chapter, or that may punish a violation of this chapter as a misdemeanor or may impose a more restrictive program to control potentially dangerous or vicious dogs. Except as provided in Section 122331 of the Health and Safety Code, no program regulating any dog shall be specific as to breed. (Amended by Stats. 2005, Ch. 668, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2006.)
Full Breakdown
California Food & Agricultural Code §31683 prohibits cities from adopting breed-specific dog regulations. Port Hueneme follows state law by not banning any specific breeds. However, dogs that bite or threaten people may be declared potentially dangerous or vicious under state law (F&AC §31601-31683). Owners of declared dangerous dogs must maintain specific conditions: secure enclosure, $100,000+ liability insurance, microchip, spay/neuter, warning signs, and muzzle in public. Animal Services at (805) 388-4341 manages dangerous dog cases.
Violations & Fines
While no breed-specific violations exist, owners of declared dangerous or vicious dogs face strict requirements. Failure to comply with dangerous dog conditions can result in impoundment and potential euthanasia orders.
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