Animal Hoarding: Cedar Park vs Round Rock
How do animal hoarding rules compare between Cedar Park, TX and Round Rock, TX?
Cedar Park, TX
Williamson County
Cedar Park does not impose a numerical limit on dogs or cats per household — a proposed seven-pet cap was withdrawn during the 2017 ordinance rewrite. Hoarding situations are addressed through the cruelty provisions in Article 2.07 and the public-nuisance provisions in §2.03, backed by Texas Penal Code §42.092 (cruelty to non-livestock animals).
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Williamson County
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Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Cedar Park | Round Rock |
|---|---|---|
| Pet limit per household | None (proposed 7-cap dropped) | - |
| Local hoarding tools | Code §2.03, §2.07 (cruelty), §2.11 (sanitation) | - |
| State criminal hook | Tex. Penal Code §42.092 — Class A misdemeanor | - |
| Animal seizure authority | Tex. Health & Safety Code §821.022 | - |
| Maximum state penalty | State jail felony, up to $10,000 + 2 years | - |
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Cedar Park FAQ
How many dogs can I legally have in Cedar Park?
There is no numerical limit. However, all dogs must be vaccinated and registered (Art. 2.02), and conditions must meet care, cruelty, and sanitation standards in §§2.07 and 2.11.
What if I suspect a neighbor is hoarding animals?
Report it to Cedar Park Animal Control at 512-260-4622. Officers can investigate under Article 2.07 (cruelty) and may seize animals under Tex. HSC §821.022 if cruel conditions are documented.
Can the city take animals away from a hoarder?
Yes. Tex. Health & Safety Code §821.022 authorizes seizure on a warrant supported by sworn complaint, with a Municipal Court hearing within 10 days. The court may divest ownership and order forfeiture.
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