Animal Ordinances in Vineyard, CA (2026)
5 verified animal ordinances for Vineyard, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Chickens & Livestock
Sacramento County Zoning Code §3.9.3.G allows backyard chickens, ducks, and geese on Vineyard residential lots of at least 10,000 square feet. Roosters require larger lots (typically AR or AG zoning). Coops must be set back from property lines.
Vineyard Backyard Chickens (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsDog Leash Laws
Sacramento County Code Title 8 (Animals) requires dogs off the owner's property to be restrained by a leash not exceeding 8 feet. Within Sacramento County Regional Parks, SCC §9.36.061 imposes a 6-foot leash requirement.
Vineyard Dog Leash Law (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsBreed Restrictions
Sacramento County does not restrict dog ownership by breed. California Food & Agriculture Code §31683 preempts breed-specific bans, allowing only mandatory spay/neuter ordinances tied to breed. Sacramento County has not enacted such an ordinance.
Vineyard Dog Breed Restrictions (Sacramento County)
Few RestrictionsBeekeeping
Sacramento County allows backyard beekeeping in Vineyard on lots of at least 5,000 square feet - 2 hives on lots under 10,000 sqft, 4 hives on 10,000-20,000 sqft lots, 6 hives over 20,000 sqft. Hives must be registered with the Sacramento County Agricultural Commissioner.
Vineyard Beekeeping Rules (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsWildlife Feeding
Sacramento County Code prohibits feeding wildlife - including coyotes, deer, raccoons, and waterfowl - in residential areas. California Fish & Game Code §251.1 separately prohibits intentionally feeding game mammals.
Vineyard Wildlife Feeding (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsLooking for Sacramento County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Vineyard city rules.
Animal Ordinances in Sacramento County →