Breed Restrictions: Mountain View vs Santa Clara
How do breed restrictions rules compare between Mountain View, CA and Santa Clara, CA?
Mountain View and Santa Clara have similar restriction levels.
Mountain View, CA
Santa Clara County
Mountain View does not impose breed-specific restrictions, consistent with California Food and Agricultural Code 31683 which preempts breed-based bans, but regulates dangerous dogs by behavior.
View full Mountain View rules →Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara County
Santa Clara does not restrict dog ownership by breed due to California Food and Agricultural Code Section 31683 preemption, but may declare specific dogs dangerous based on individual behavior.
View full Santa Clara rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Mountain View | Santa Clara |
|---|---|---|
| City breed ban | None | - |
| State preemption | F&A Code 31683 | - |
| Dangerous dog law | Behavior-based | - |
| HOA restrictions | Allowed | - |
| Hearing agency | SVACA | - |
| Breed Ban Authority | - | Preempted by CA F&A 31683 |
| Banned Breeds in Santa Clara | - | None |
| Dangerous Dog Classification | - | Based on individual behavior |
| Animal Services | - | (408) 764-0344 |
| Landlord/Insurance Rules | - | Not preempted |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Mountain View FAQ
Can I own a pit bull in Mountain View?
Yes. There is no breed ban in the city, though landlords and HOAs may impose their own restrictions.
What happens if my dog bites someone?
SVACA will investigate and may hold a hearing to declare the dog potentially dangerous or vicious with specific restrictions.
Santa Clara FAQ
Are pit bulls banned in Santa Clara?
No. California state law (F&A Code 31683) preempts breed bans, and Santa Clara does not restrict any breed by name.
Can my landlord still ban certain breeds?
Yes. Private landlords and insurers can enforce breed restrictions; state preemption applies only to government bans.
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