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Animal Ordinances in Brandon, MS (2026)

4 verified animal ordinances for Brandon, Mississippi, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Chickens & Livestock

Brandon regulates backyard chickens and livestock through local zoning ordinances. Mississippi municipalities balance agricultural tradition with residential zoning under MS Code Ann. §21-19-9.

Brandon Chickens & Livestock Ordinance

Some Restrictions

Dog Leash Laws

Brandon enforces leash laws and animal control through local ordinances under MS Code Ann. §21-19-9. Dogs must be on leash or under control when off owner's property.

Brandon Dog Leash & Animal Control Laws

Some Restrictions

Breed Restrictions

Brandon may enforce breed-specific or dangerous dog ordinances. Mississippi does not have a statewide breed ban but allows municipalities to adopt local breed restrictions.

Brandon Dog Breed Restrictions

Some Restrictions

Beekeeping

Brandon regulates beekeeping through local zoning and the Mississippi Bee and Honey Law under MS Code Ann. §69-39-1 et seq. Mississippi is generally permissive toward apiculture.

Brandon Beekeeping Regulations

Few Restrictions

Looking for Rankin County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Brandon city rules.

Animal Ordinances in Rankin County