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Castle Rock, CO Animal Ordinances: Pet Limits (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

Max dogs per home
Three
Chickens/ducks (to 2 acres)
Eight
Chickens/ducks (over 2 acres)
Twelve
Dog license
Required over 6 months
HOA limits
May be stricter

Summary

Residents of the Town of Castle Rock may own a maximum of three dogs per household under Municipal Code Title 6. Chickens and ducks are separately capped (eight, or twelve on lots over two acres). Dogs over six months must be licensed.

Maximum of three dogs.

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Full Breakdown

Castle Rock's revised Animal Code (Municipal Code Title 6) caps dog ownership at three dogs per residence. Fowl are limited separately, up to eight chickens or ducks on lots up to two acres and up to twelve on larger lots. All dogs over six months old must be licensed with the Town. The three-dog limit applies regardless of the dogs' size, and exceeding it requires special approval or is not permitted. HOA rules may set lower limits than Town code.

Violations & Fines

Owning more than three dogs, or unlicensed dogs, is a Title 6 violation subject to citation, fines, and potential removal of the excess animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dogs can I have in Castle Rock?
A maximum of three dogs per household under the Town's Animal Code (Municipal Code Title 6).
Does the dog limit include puppies?
Check current Town code for age exemptions; the three-dog cap generally governs, and dogs over six months must be licensed.

Sources & Official References

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