Eastvale, CA Animal Ordinances: Wildlife Feeding (2026)

Eastvale does not have a confirmed standalone city wildlife-feeding ordinance, but state regulation and local nuisance rules cover the issue. California Code of Regulations, Title 14, section 251.3 provides that 'no person shall knowingly feed big game mammals' as defined in the regulations - a category that includes deer and bears - and section 251.1 prohibits the intentional harassment of wildlife. These statewide rules apply within Eastvale. Intentionally feeding wild animals is discouraged because it habituates them to people, can draw predators such as coyotes into neighborhoods, and creates public-safety risks. While ordinary bird feeders are generally allowed, feeding that attracts rodents, coyotes or other wildlife and becomes a neighborhood nuisance can be addressed under the city's general nuisance and code-enforcement authority. Riverside County Animal Services and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife handle wildlife-conflict situations. Residents who encounter problem wildlife should avoid leaving out food or accessible garbage rather than attempting to feed or relocate animals themselves.