Anaheim vs Santa Ana
How do animal hoarding rules compare between Anaheim, CA and Santa Ana, CA?
Anaheim and Santa Ana have similar restriction levels.
Anaheim, CA
Orange County
Animal hoarding in Anaheim is addressed through animal keeping limits in the municipal code and nuisance abatement. Exceeding permitted animal numbers or maintaining unsanitary conditions triggers enforcement by Code Enforcement and OC Animal Care.
View full Anaheim rules →Santa Ana, CA
Orange County
Animal hoarding in Santa Ana is addressed through animal keeping limits and nuisance abatement. OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 investigates welfare complaints.
View full Santa Ana rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Anaheim | Santa Ana |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Limits | Per zone in municipal code | Per zone |
| OC Animal Care | (714) 935-6848 | (714) 935-6848 |
| Cruelty Law | CA Penal Code 597 | CA PC 597 |
| Code Enforcement | (714) 765-4413 | (714) 647-6900 |
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Anaheim FAQ
How many pets can I have in Anaheim?
Limits vary by zone. Contact Code Enforcement at (714) 765-4413 for your zone's specific limits.
How do I report animal hoarding?
Contact OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 for welfare concerns. For code violations, call (714) 765-4413.
What are the penalties?
Code fines for exceeding limits. Animal cruelty under PC 597 carries up to $20,000 fine and imprisonment.
Santa Ana FAQ
How many pets can I have?
Varies by zone. Contact Code Enforcement at (714) 647-6900.
How do I report hoarding?
OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 for welfare. Code Enforcement at (714) 647-6900 for violations.
What are penalties?
Code fines plus criminal cruelty charges under PC 597 if applicable.
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