Simi Valley does not impose breed-specific legislation banning or restricting any particular dog breed. California state law (Food and Agricultural Code 31683) prohibits local breed-specific bans, though dangerous dog declarations apply to individual animals regardless of breed.
Consistent with California Food and Agricultural Code Section 31683, Simi Valley does not ban or restrict ownership of any specific dog breed. Pit bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, and other commonly restricted breeds are legal to own. However, individual dogs of any breed that bite, attack, or display aggressive behavior may be declared potentially dangerous or vicious under state law. Declared dangerous dogs must be spayed or neutered, microchipped, maintained in a secure enclosure, and muzzled when in public. Some landlords and HOAs may impose breed restrictions through private agreements, which are separate from city law.
While no breed-specific penalties exist, owners of dangerous or vicious dogs face strict liability. Failure to comply with dangerous dog conditions may result in the animal being impounded and potentially euthanized. Owners face misdemeanor charges if a declared vicious dog causes injury.
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