Breed Restrictions: Flower Mound vs Lewisville

Does Flower Mound ban pit bulls or any specific breeds?

No. Texas state law expressly prohibits municipalities from adopting breed-specific legislation. Flower Mound follows behavior-based dangerous dog standards under Ch. 6, meaning any breed of dog may be declared dangerous based on its actions, not its breed.

What happens if my dog is declared dangerous?

You must register the dog with Animal Services, maintain at least $100,000 in liability insurance, keep the dog in a secure enclosure, and post warning signs on your property. Failure to comply is a Class C misdemeanor with fines up to $500.

Are pit bulls banned in Lewisville?

No. Lewisville does not ban any dog breeds. The city uses a behavior-based approach where individual dogs may be declared dangerous based on their actions, regardless of breed.

What happens if my dog is declared dangerous in Lewisville?

You must register the dog with Animal Services, maintain at least $100,000 in liability insurance, keep the dog in a secure enclosure, and comply with all conditions set by the court or Animal Services.

Can my apartment complex ban certain dog breeds in Lewisville?

Yes. While the city has no breed restrictions, private landlords, apartment complexes, and HOAs may impose their own breed restrictions through lease terms or covenants.