Eagan, MN Animal Ordinances: Pet Limits (2026)

Eagan caps the number of pets per household. City Code Section 10.11, Subd. 6.A.5 makes it unlawful for an owner to "keep or own four or more dogs or cats or combination thereof over four months of age without a kennel permit." The City describes the practical rule as limiting most households to a combined total of three dogs and/or cats over the age of four months. The City's animal rules also describe the limit in terms of up to three adult animals — dogs, cats, ferrets, or rabbits, or any combination — per household, with a kennel permit required above that number. Kennel permits are only issued to properties in certain zoning areas and are generally not issued to residential homes, so adding a fourth dog or cat is usually not an option on a typical residential lot. The four-month age threshold means young litters under that age are not counted toward the limit. The Eagan Police Department's animal control officer enforces these provisions and oversees the dog licensing program; the City notes that vaccination and licensing are required, and that licensed dogs are far more likely to be returned home if they are picked up. Residents seeking to exceed the limit should contact the City about whether their zoning even allows a kennel permit.