Animal Ordinances in Tijeras, NM (2026)
5 verified animal ordinances for Tijeras, New Mexico, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Chickens & Livestock
Tijeras allows chickens and small livestock on residential properties consistent with the mountain village character. The rural setting in the Sandia Mountains accommodates hobby farming and animal keeping on larger lots.
Tijeras Livestock Rules
Few RestrictionsDog Leash Laws
Tijeras Animal Ordinance (Ord. No. 32, 1984) — unlawful to allow any animal to run at large on streets, alleys, sidewalks, vacant lots, or public property. Leash defined as chain, strap, or cord of sufficient substance to control the animal. County ACS provides services.
Tijeras Dog Leash Laws
Heavy RestrictionsBreed Restrictions
Tijeras Ordinance No. 32, §VI(I) (1984) — BANS ownership or possession of American Pit Bull Terriers within village limits. Any pit bull may be impounded and destroyed after court determination. Upheld as constitutional in Garcia v. Village of Tijeras (1988).
Tijeras Dog Breed Restrictions
Heavy RestrictionsBeekeeping
Beekeeping is allowed in Tijeras consistent with the rural residential character. No village-specific beekeeping ordinance. State apiary rules under NMAC 21.27.2 apply. Commercial apiaries must register annually with NM Department of Agriculture by November 1.
Tijeras Beekeeping Rules
Few RestrictionsExotic Pets
Exotic pet regulations in Tijeras fall under Bernalillo County Animal Care Ordinance and state wildlife laws (NMSA §77-1A-1). The village animal ordinance addresses animal cruelty and dangerous animals. Contact Bernalillo County ACS for guidance.
Tijeras Exotic & Wild Animal Regulations
Some RestrictionsLooking for Bernalillo County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Tijeras city rules.
Animal Ordinances in Bernalillo County →