Breed Restrictions: Austin vs Denver
How do breed restrictions rules compare between Austin, TX and Denver, CO?
Austin has fewer restrictions than Denver.
Austin, TX
Travis County
Austin does not have breed-specific legislation and is legally prevented from enacting one by Texas Health & Safety Code §822.047. The city instead uses a dangerous-dog designation process under §822.0421 applied based on behavior, not breed.
View full Austin rules →Denver, CO
Denver County
Denver's 30-year pit bull ban was lifted in 2021. Pit bulls now require a Breed-Restricted Permit ($30/year) plus assessment. Permit requires spay/neuter, microchip, and rabies vaccination.
View full Denver rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Austin | Denver |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Pit Bull Ban | - | Lifted January 1, 2021 |
| Breed-Restricted Permit Fee | - | $30/year + $25 assessment |
| Requirements | - | Spay/neuter, microchip, rabies vax |
| Code Section | - | DRMC §8-67 |
| Enforced By | - | Denver Animal Protection |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Austin FAQ
Denver FAQ
Are any dog breeds banned in Denver?
Denver's 30-year pit bull ban was lifted in 2021. Pit bulls now require a Breed-Restricted Permit ($30/year) plus assessment. Permit requires spay/neuter, microchip, and rabies vaccination.
Are there pit bull restrictions in Denver?
Pit Bull Ban: Lifted January 1, 2021. Breed-Restricted Permit Fee: $30/year + $25 assessment. Requirements: Spay/neuter, microchip, rabies vax. Code Section: DRMC §8-67.
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