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๐Ÿ” Animal Ordinances/Breed Restrictions

Jeffersontown vs Louisville

How do breed restrictions rules compare between Jeffersontown, KY and Louisville, KY?

Jeffersontown, KY

Jefferson County

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Louisville, KY

Jefferson County

Few Restrictions

Louisville Metro currently does not enforce breed-specific legislation (BSL). Previous pit bull-related restrictions were repealed. Dogs are regulated by behavior (dangerous/potentially dangerous classifications) rather than breed. Kentucky state law (KRS 258.235) prohibits local BSL statewide.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactJeffersontownLouisville
Breed-Specific Laws-NONE โ€” banned by KRS 258.235(4)
Current Code-LMCO ยง 91.150 (behavior-based)
Potentially Dangerous Dog-Unprovoked bite/scratch/bruise โ€” behavior-based
Dangerous Dog-Unprovoked severe attack โ€” behavior-based
State Preemption-KRS 258.235 prohibits local BSL statewide

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Jeffersontown FAQ

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Louisville FAQ

Are any dog breeds banned in Louisville?

Louisville Metro currently does not enforce breed-specific legislation (BSL). Previous pit bull-related restrictions were repealed. Dogs are regulated by behavior (dangerous/potentially dangerous classifications) rather than breed. Kentucky state law (KRS 258.235) prohibits local BSL statewide.

Are there pit bull restrictions in Louisville?

Breed-Specific Laws: NONE โ€” banned by KRS 258.235(4). Current Code: LMCO ยง 91.150 (behavior-based). Potentially Dangerous Dog: Unprovoked bite/scratch/bruise โ€” behavior-based. Dangerous Dog: Unprovoked severe attack โ€” behavior-based.

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