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    Pit Bull Law

    It is illegal in Miami-Dade County to own or keep Pit Bull Dogs, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, or any other dog that substantially conforms to any of these breeds’ characteristics.

    Acquisition or keeping of a pit bull dog: $500.00 fine and County Court action to force the removal of the animal from Miami-Dade County.

    Miami Dade County 89-22,Section 5-17.6(b)

    Pit Bull Ordinance  adobe reader

    Report Owner of Pit Bull Dogs

    How can you report a Pit Bull Dog being kept in Miami-Dade County?

    If you are aware of the address that a Pit Bull dog is being kept, contact Animal Services at 305-884-1101, or  email us.

    You may leave your information or remain anonymous. However, all government emails are subject to public records requests. To remain anonymous, complaints can be mailed to Animal Services at the address below, or reported by calling 3-1-1. Your concerns will be forwarded to the proper investigator for action.
    Miami-Dade Animal Services Department
    ATTN: Investigations Unit
    7401 NW 74 Street
    Miami, FL 33166
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