Toms River does not have breed-specific legislation. New Jersey follows a behavior-based approach under the Vicious and Potentially Dangerous Dog Act (N.J.S.A. 4:19-17 et seq.). Individual dogs may be declared potentially dangerous or vicious based on their actions, not breed.
Toms River Township does not ban or restrict any specific dog breed. The State of New Jersey follows a behavior-based model under the Vicious and Potentially Dangerous Dog Act (N.J.S.A. 4:19-17 et seq.). A dog may be declared 'potentially dangerous' if it has attacked, scratched, or bit a person more than once in a two-year period, has caused a reasonable person to fear for their safety, or has habitually attacked other domestic animals when the acts did not occur on the owner's property. The Municipal Court determines the classification. A potentially dangerous dog license in Toms River costs $700 per year. The court may order muzzling and leashing requirements for dogs declared a public nuisance.
Potentially dangerous dog license: $700/year. Failure to comply with court-ordered restrictions may result in seizure of the animal. No breed-based penalties exist.
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