Exotic Pets: Burbank vs Torrance
How do exotic pets rules compare between Burbank, CA and Torrance, CA?
Burbank and Torrance have similar restriction levels.
Burbank, CA
Los Angeles County
CA Code of Regulations Title 14 §671 prohibits most wild and exotic animals as pets statewide. Pygmy goats allowed with a city permit (max 1 per property). Horses require permit and R-1-H zone designation with minimum 3,000 sq ft per horse.
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Los Angeles County
Torrance adopts Los Angeles County Code Title 10 (Animals) as its animal control ordinance, which prohibits keeping wild, exotic, or non-domestic animals without permits. California Fish and Game Code Section 671 also restricts possession of restricted species statewide. LA County DACC enforces animal regulations in Torrance.
View full Torrance rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Burbank | Torrance |
|---|---|---|
| State Ban | CA Code of Regs Title 14 §671 | - |
| Pygmy Goat | Max 1 per property, permit required | - |
| Horses | Permit required, R-1-H zone only, 1 per 3,000 sq ft | - |
| Topic | Exotic Pets | - |
| Framework | - | LA County Title 10 |
| State Law | - | Fish & Game Code 671 |
| Enforcement | - | LA County DACC |
| Contact | - | (310) 328-5310 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Burbank FAQ
Can I own an exotic pet in Burbank?
CA Code of Regulations Title 14 §671 prohibits most wild and exotic animals as pets statewide. Pygmy goats allowed with a city permit (max 1 per property). Horses require permit and R-1-H zone designation with minimum 3,000 sq ft per horse.
What exotic animals are prohibited in Burbank?
State Ban: CA Code of Regs Title 14 §671. Pygmy Goat: Max 1 per property, permit required. Horses: Permit required, R-1-H zone only, 1 per 3,000 sq ft.
Torrance FAQ
Can I keep an exotic pet in Torrance?
Generally no. Torrance follows LA County Title 10 which prohibits wild, exotic, or non-domestic animals without permits. California state law (Section 671) also restricts many species.
Who enforces animal regulations in Torrance?
LA County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) provides animal control services. Contact Torrance Animal Control at (310) 328-5310.
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