Breed Restrictions: Fillmore vs Moorpark

Are pit bulls banned in Fillmore?

No. California law prohibits cities from enacting breed-specific bans. No dog breed is banned in Fillmore. Dogs are regulated based on individual behavior, not breed.

What happens if my dog bites someone in Fillmore?

Ventura County Animal Services investigates and may declare the dog potentially dangerous or vicious. Requirements including secure enclosure, liability insurance, and public muzzling may be imposed regardless of breed.

Do I need special insurance for any dog breed in Fillmore?

Not based on breed. However, if your dog is declared potentially dangerous or vicious based on its behavior, you must carry at least $100,000 in liability insurance.

Does Moorpark ban any dog breeds?

No. California law prohibits breed-specific bans. Moorpark regulates dogs based on individual behavior. Dogs declared potentially dangerous or vicious face enhanced requirements regardless of breed.

Can I have a livestock guard dog on my Moorpark horse property?

Yes. Large working breeds are common on Moorpark's rural properties. They must be licensed through Ventura County Animal Services at (805) 388-4341 and kept under the owner's control at all times.

What happens if my dog bites someone in Moorpark?

The dog may be declared potentially dangerous or vicious depending on severity. Potentially dangerous dogs require secure enclosures and increased insurance. Vicious designations can lead to removal from the city or euthanasia.