Animal Ordinances in Genesee County, MI (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Genesee County, Michigan.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Genesee County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Dog Leash Laws

Genesee County Animal Control enforces Michigan's state leash law: dogs may not run at large. Under MCL 287.262, dogs 6 months or older must be licensed, and unlicensed dogs may not stray unless properly held in leash.

Dog Leash Law in Genesee County, Michigan

Some Restrictions

MCL 287.262

It shall be unlawful for any person to own any dog 6 months old or over, unless the dog is licensed... to allow any dog, except working dogs... while actively engaged in activities for which such dogs are trained, to stray unless held properly in leash.

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Breed Restrictions

Genesee County has no breed-specific ban. Michigan regulates dangerous dogs by behavior, not breed, under MCL 287.321. Any breed-specific rule would come from a city or township ordinance, so check locally.

Dog Breed Restrictions in Genesee County, Michigan

Some Restrictions

MCL 287.321

"Dangerous animal" means a dog or other animal that bites or attacks a person, or a dog that bites or attacks and causes serious injury or death to another dog while the other dog is on the property or under the control of its owner.

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Pet Limits

Genesee County sets no countywide cap on how many pets you may own. Pet-number limits are set by individual cities and townships through their local animal or zoning ordinances, so check your municipality.

Limits on Number of Pets in Genesee County, Michigan

Some Restrictions

MCL 287.266

The owner of a dog that is 4 or more months old shall apply to the treasurer of the county... for a license for each dog owned or kept by him or her.

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Animal Ordinances by City in Genesee County

1 cities in Genesee County have their own animal ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

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5 verified rules • Breed Restrictions, Chickens & Livestock

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