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Animal Ordinances in Reedley, CA (2026)

7 verified animal ordinances for Reedley, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Chickens & Livestock

RMC 5-3-23 restricts farm animals by zone. Chickens, goats, cows, and fowl are allowed in agricultural zones but may be prohibited in some residential areas. Noise rules apply.

Reedley Chickens and Livestock Rules

Some Restrictions

Dog Leash Laws

Reedley requires dogs to be under immediate control at all times per Title 5, Chapter 3. Dogs at large may be impounded, and restraint must use a leash of eight feet or less.

Breed Restrictions

No breed bans in Reedley -- California law prohibits breed-specific restrictions statewide. Dogs are classified as vicious based on behavior only. Max 5 dogs or 6 total pets per household.

Reedley Dog Breed Restrictions

Few Restrictions

Beekeeping

Reedley has no city-specific beekeeping ordinance. California state law governs, requiring annual apiary registration with the Fresno County Agricultural Commissioner.

Exotic Pets

California Code of Regulations Title 14, Section 671 prohibits private possession of most exotic animals statewide, including in Reedley. Permits are not issued for private pet ownership.

Reedley

Heavy Restrictions

California Code of Regulations Title 14, §671(c) – CDFW Restricted Species Permits

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 amendment of a...

Wildlife Feeding

Reedley has no standalone wildlife feeding ban, but nuisance provisions under Title 4, Chapter 2 apply when feeding attracts rodents or creates unsanitary conditions on any property.

Livestock

Reedley defines farm animals in Section 5-3-1 and permits them generally in agricultural zones. Livestock is restricted in residential zones and prohibited from running at large.

Looking for Fresno County county-wide rules?

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

Animal Ordinances in Fresno County