Dublin, CA Animal Ordinances: Livestock (2026)

The City of Dublin's Residential Restrictions page states that 'Keeping of livestock is prohibited' on residential lots absent a permit. Dublin's zoning and animal control framework provides that no person shall keep livestock as accessory to a dwelling unit in any 'R' (Residential) district except in accordance with a valid Animal Fanciers Permit, which is referenced in Chapter 5.36 of the Municipal Code. 'Animal Keeping - Residential' is defined as keeping more than two dogs or two cats, or keeping any livestock, accessory to a residence in a residential zoning district, and it must be conducted under a valid Animal Fanciers Permit. The Animal Fanciers Permit is issued through the Alameda County Sheriff's Office, with applications handled by the East County Animal Shelter (925-803-7040). An application must be in the form required by the Director and accompanied by the fee set by City Council resolution, and the permit is issued for a term set at the Director's discretion not to exceed three years. The ordinance also provides a fee exemption where livestock is owned and raised by the applicant as part of the regular activities of a non-profit youth organization formed primarily for agricultural purposes. Anyone seeking to keep horses, goats, sheep, poultry, or similar animals at a Dublin residence should contact animal control before acquiring the animals, because keeping them without the permit is a prohibited use.