Summary
The city's animal rules now judge dogs by behavior instead of breed, add an exotic-animal definition for enforcement, and keep exemptions for zoos, educators and licensed exhibitors. DNS reports 193 animal bites so far this year and admits enforcement staff are stretched thin.
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Last discussed Jul 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
The behavioral management plan component will require additional staffing to monitor.
✅Who benefits
Dog owners whose pets are judged by behavior, and residents at risk from dangerous animals.
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