West Valley City has no breed-specific ordinance. Dangerous dog determinations are behavior-based under Utah Code 18-1-3 and Salt Lake County Code.
Utah law does not preempt breed-specific legislation, but West Valley City regulates by behavior rather than breed. Any dog declared vicious must be muzzled in public, confined in a secure enclosure, and the owner must carry liability insurance. Contact West Valley City at (801) 963-3300. This breed restrictions rule under West Valley City's animals ordinances applies to properties within West Valley City city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact West Valley City code enforcement directly or consult the official Utah municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
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