Tracy, CA Animal Ordinances: Breed Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Breed-Specific Ban
- None. CA prohibits BSL
- Dangerous Animal Rule
- Behavior-based, any breed
- State Law
- CA Food & Agric. Code §31683
- Code
- TMC Chapter 5.08
Summary
Tracy does not have breed-specific legislation. California Food & Agricultural Code §31683 prohibits cities from enacting breed-specific ordinances. Dangerous animals of any breed are subject to enforcement under TMC Chapter 5.08.
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.
Full Breakdown
Tracy has not enacted any breed-specific ordinances banning particular dog breeds. California Food & Agricultural Code §31683 explicitly preempts local breed-specific laws. Tracy's animal ordinances under TMC Chapter 5.08 address dangerous and vicious animals based on behavior, not breed. Any dog that bites, attacks, or shows dangerous behavior may be subject to quarantine, behavioral evaluation, and potential restrictions regardless of breed. Owners of dogs with a history of aggression may be required to maintain additional precautions. Bite incidents must be reported to Tracy Animal Control.
Violations & Fines
Dangerous animal complaints handled under TMC Chapter 5.08. Owners may face fines, required containment measures, or animal seizure.
Frequently Asked Questions
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