Maybe you’re more enthusiastic than most when it comes to adding cuddly balls of fur to your family. We won’t blame you—dogs are loyal companions, snuggly movie night partners, and they’re incredibly cute. But when it comes to dog ownership in Nebraska, how many dogs are too many?

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Does Nebraska have laws limiting how many dogs you can own?

While Nebraska doesn’t have any state-wide laws limiting how many dogs you can own, most municipalities limit the number of dogs you can have.

In major cities such as

, and

, households are limited to three dogs over four to six months old each. If you live in a rural area, you may be able to own more dogs without breaking any local laws.

You can get around this law if you’d like to own more than three dogs and you live in an area that limits the number of dogs you can own. To do this, you’ll need a special permit.

For example, in

Lincoln

, you can obtain a permit allowing you to own more than three dogs, but you need to live in a residential zone that allows for this. In

Omaha

, you can apply for a

Pet Avocation Permit

through the Nebraska humane society.

You’ll have to pay a $100 application fee and have your home inspected by an Animal Control Officer. If your application is approved, you can own up to six dogs, but you’ll have to pay a $50 permit renewal fee annually.

Are there any dog breeds outlawed in Nebraska?

The state of Nebraska doesn’t outlaw any specific dog breeds, but certain cities in the state have breed-specific laws which limit the kinds of dogs you can have. Many municipalities ban Pit Bulls and wolf hybrid breeds, but some simply restrict ownership around certain breeds.

For example, if you own a Pit Bull, Dogo Argentino, Presa Canario, or Cane Corso in

Omaha

, you must leash, harness, and muzzle your dog whenever it’s outside of a tightly fenced area. Your dog also must be with someone over 19 whenever they’re in public, and you’ll need $100,000 worth of liability coverage.

Nebraska has state-wide dog bite laws that hold the owner strictly liable if their dog bites another animal or person. This means that if your dog bites another person in public or who is legally occupying private property, you’ll have to pay a fine specific to your municipality on top of covering any bills or losses incurred by the bite victim.

On top of this penalty, your dog will likely be classified as “dangerous” and must be neutered or spayed and be kept on a leash in public at all times.

What are the leash laws in Nebraska?

Nebraska has a state-wide leash law that requires dog owners to keep their dogs on leashes in communities where the population exceeds 80,000. Most municipalities enforce penalties for allowing your dog to “run at large,” which means your dog is roaming in public without your supervision.

This law doesn’t apply to specific areas like dog parks where your dog may run without a leash, but your dog still must be under control via voice commands.

Penalties for breaking dog laws in Nebraska

Dog owners can face a variety of different penalties for breaking dog laws in Nebraska, but the type of penalty is usually specific to their municipality.

All dog owners who let their dog run at large in an area with active leash laws may face a fine of up to $25, but if your dog causes damage to property, another animal, or another person, you’ll be strictly liable. This means that as long as the victim was occupying property legally when they were attacked, you’ll have to cover any losses incurred because of the attack.

Where to find affordable insurance in Nebraska?

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