Livestock: Live Oak vs San Antonio
How do livestock rules compare between Live Oak, TX and San Antonio, TX?
San Antonio has fewer restrictions than Live Oak.
Live Oak, TX
Bexar County
Live Oak restricts livestock including cattle, horses, goats, sheep, and swine to agricultural zoning districts, effectively prohibiting them from the city standard residential lots.
View full Live Oak rules →San Antonio, TX
Bexar County
Unincorporated Bexar County sets no numeric livestock limits; TX Ag Code Ch. 142 estrays and Ch. 143 stock laws apply. San Antonio restricts livestock to AG-zoned or legal nonconforming AG parcels.
View full San Antonio rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Live Oak | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Swine | Prohibited | - |
| Cattle | Ag zoning only | - |
| Horses | Large lots only if permitted | - |
| Goats/sheep | Restricted | - |
| Minimum lot | Typically 1+ acre per animal | - |
| County livestock limits | - | None by number |
| Estray law | - | TX Ag Code Ch. 142 |
| Right to farm | - | TX Ag Code Ch. 251 |
| San Antonio minimum | - | AG zoning or nonconforming |
| Feral hog release | - | State jail felony |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Live Oak FAQ
Can I have a pot-bellied pig as a pet?
Swine are generally classified as livestock in Live Oak and prohibited in residential zones, even miniature breeds. Verify with city hall.
What if my property was annexed with horses?
Preexisting nonconforming uses may continue but cannot be expanded. Document your history and check with planning.
San Antonio FAQ
Can I keep horses on 1 acre in unincorporated Bexar County?
Yes, no legal minimum acreage. Practically, 1 to 2 acres per horse is recommended for pasture, plus a shelter and water source per basic animal-welfare standards.
Do I need a brand for my cattle?
Branding is not required, but recording a brand with the Bexar County Clerk under Ag Code 144 provides proof of ownership in estray cases and is recommended.
What happens if my cow gets loose?
Under TX Ag Code 142, any person finding stray livestock may impound and report to the Sheriff. The Sheriff advertises and owner reclaims after paying fees. After statutory period, estray may be sold.
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