Tempe does not enforce breed-specific legislation. No dog breeds are banned within city limits. However, dogs classified as dangerous or vicious based on behavior are subject to additional requirements regardless of breed.
Arizona state law (ARS 11-1027) preempts local governments from enacting breed-specific bans. Tempe follows this by regulating dogs based on behavior rather than breed. Dogs declared dangerous or vicious after a bite incident or aggressive behavior must be registered, microchipped, kept in a secure enclosure, and muzzled in public. Owners of dangerous dogs must carry liability insurance.
Owners of declared dangerous dogs who fail to comply with registration, enclosure, or muzzling requirements face fines and potential impoundment of the dog. A dog causing a serious injury may be euthanized by court order.
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