Breed Restrictions: Dublin vs Grove City
How do breed restrictions rules compare between Dublin, OH and Grove City, OH?
Dublin and Grove City have similar restriction levels.
Dublin, OH
Franklin County
Dublin has no breed-specific legislation. Ohio repealed statewide BSL in 2012 (HB 14), and Dublin follows behavior-based dangerous-dog determinations under ORC 955.11.
View full Dublin rules →Grove City, OH
Franklin County
Grove City has no breed-specific legislation. Ohio removed breed-specific language from state law in 2012 under HB 14, and dangerous-dog determinations are now made based on individual behavior under ORC 955.11.
View full Grove City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dublin | Grove City |
|---|---|---|
| Breed Ban | None | None |
| State Law | ORC 955.11 (behavior-based) | ORC 955.11 HB 14 2012 |
| Classification | Nuisance/Dangerous/Vicious | Behavior-based |
| Insurance | 100k for vicious | - |
| Dangerous Dog Insurance | - | 100,000 dollars required |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Dublin FAQ
Are any dog breeds banned in Dublin?
Ohio removed statewide breed-specific language in 2012 (HB 14). However, home-rule cities may still enact local breed restrictions. Check Dublin code.
Are there pit bull restrictions in Dublin?
State Law: Behavior-based (ORC §955.11). 2012 Amendment: Removed breed targeting. Local BSL: Possible (home rule). Check: Dublin municipal code.
Grove City FAQ
Are any dog breeds banned in Grove City?
Ohio removed statewide breed-specific language in 2012 (HB 14). However, home-rule cities may still enact local breed restrictions. Check Grove City code.
Are there pit bull restrictions in Grove City?
State Law: Behavior-based (ORC §955.11). 2012 Amendment: Removed breed targeting. Local BSL: Possible (home rule). Check: Grove City municipal code.
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