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Animal Ordinances in Duluth, GA (2026)

6 verified animal ordinances for Duluth, Georgia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Chickens & Livestock

Duluth allows backyard chickens in residential zones with limits (typically 4-6 hens, no roosters) under Unified Development Code. Livestock generally prohibited on residential lots.

animals/chickens-livestock

Some Restrictions

Dog Leash Laws

Duluth requires dogs to be leashed or under control when off owner's property. Running at large is prohibited. Gwinnett County Animal Welfare enforces.

animals/dog-leash-laws

Some Restrictions

Breed Restrictions

Duluth cannot enact breed-specific bans. Georgia O.C.G.A. §4-8-30 preempts breed-specific legislation statewide. Dangerous dogs regulated by behavior, not breed.

animals/breed-restrictions

Few Restrictions

Beekeeping

Beekeeping allowed in Duluth with Georgia Department of Agriculture registration. No explicit local ban. Setbacks and neighbor consideration apply under nuisance standards.

animals/beekeeping

Some Restrictions

Exotic Pets

Georgia O.C.G.A. §27-5-4 prohibits many exotic species (big cats, primates, venomous reptiles, wolves). Permits required for regulated species. Duluth defers to state law.

animals/exotic-pets

Heavy Restrictions

Wildlife Feeding

Feeding deer, coyotes, raccoons, and other wildlife discouraged. GA DNR regulations prohibit deer feeding in most circumstances. Duluth follows state wildlife law.

animals/wildlife-feeding

Some Restrictions

Looking for Gwinnett County county-wide rules?

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

Animal Ordinances in Gwinnett County