Pet Limits: Fort Worth vs Keller
How do pet limits rules compare between Fort Worth, TX and Keller, TX?
Fort Worth, TX
Tarrant County
Fort Worth City Code Chapter 6 caps household dogs and cats at five total adult animals per residence without a multiple animal permit. Larger households need an inspection and permit through Fort Worth Animal Care and Control before keeping additional pets.
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Tarrant County
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Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fort Worth | Keller |
|---|---|---|
| Combined limit | Five dogs and cats total | - |
| Counted age | Over four months old | - |
| Permit required | Multiple animal permit | - |
| Issuer | FW Animal Care and Control | - |
| Inspection | Required for permit | - |
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Fort Worth FAQ
Do puppies and kittens count toward the Fort Worth pet limit?
No, animals under four months are excluded from the cap. Once a puppy or kitten reaches four months old, it counts toward the five-animal household limit under Fort Worth Code Chapter 6.
How do I get a multiple animal permit in Fort Worth?
Apply through Animal Care and Control. Requirements include a property inspection, neighbor notification, current rabies vaccinations, city registration, and spay or neuter records for each animal in the household above the five-animal limit.
Keller FAQ
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