Animal Ordinances in Compton, CA (2026)
6 verified animal ordinances for Compton, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Chickens & Livestock
Compton's zoning code (Chapter 30) and adopted LA County Animal Code regulate keeping chickens and livestock. Roosters are restricted. Keeping animals beyond household pets may require a conditional use permit depending on the zoning district and number of animals.
Compton Chickens and Livestock Regulations
Some RestrictionsDog Leash Laws
Dogs must be on a leash of no more than 6 feet in all Compton public parks and recreation centers per city code. LA County's at-large provisions (adopted by CMC 11-1) require dogs to be restrained at all times when off the owner's property.
Compton Dog Leash and At-Large Laws
Heavy RestrictionsBreed Restrictions
Compton adopts LA County Animal Code (Title 10) by reference per CMC 11-1. California prohibits breed-specific bans but allows breed-specific spay/neuter programs. Dangerous dog determinations are behavior-based, not breed-based.
Compton Dog Breed and Dangerous Dog Regulations
Few RestrictionsCal. Food & Agricultural Code § 31683 (Animal Control - Breed Provisions)
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent a city or county from adopting or enforcing its own program for the control of potentially dangerous or vicious dogs that may incorporate all, part, or none of this chapter, or that may punish a violation of this chapter as a misdemeanor or may impose a more restrictive program to control potentially dangerous or vicious dogs. Except as prov...
Beekeeping
Beekeeping in Compton is regulated under general animal control provisions and California state law. Bee colonies must not constitute a public nuisance. Registration with the LA County Agricultural Commissioner is required by state law.
Compton Beekeeping Regulations
Some RestrictionsExotic Pets
Exotic pet ownership in Compton is governed by California state law (Title 14, Section 671). Most exotic animals are prohibited statewide. The city enforces state restrictions through its animal control provisions.
Compton Exotic Pet Regulations
Heavy RestrictionsCalifornia Department of Fish and Wildlife - Restricted Species Permits (CCR Title 14, Section 671)
Restricted Species Permits are required for every person who imports, exports, transports, or possesses any restricted animal listed in Section 671(c), Title 14, of the California Code of Regulations (CCR) (PDF). Entitlements / Fee / Description: Restricted Species Permit Application/Amendment - New: $155.53; Renewal and Amendment: $80.60 - Required for every new permit, permit renewal or ame...
Wildlife Feeding
Compton adopts LA County animal regulations which discourage feeding of wildlife. CDFW regulations prohibit feeding of certain wildlife species. Attracting coyotes and other urban wildlife through deliberate feeding can result in nuisance complaints and code enforcement action.
Compton Wildlife Feeding Restrictions
Some RestrictionsLooking for Los Angeles County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Compton city rules.
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