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Bee Cave adopts tougher provisions for dangerous dogs, clarifies horse rules
Summary
The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 611 updating animal regulations: a fortified-fence performance standard for dogs declared dangerous, an exemption for healthy, cared-for horses from nuisance designation, and a requirement to pick up horse waste when riding on public rights-of-way.
Assistant City Manager Christopher Baker summarized three primary changes in the revised animal control ordinance: a performance‑based fortified fence requirement for dogs legally declared dangerous, a carve‑out so healthy, well‑cared‑for horses are not declared nuisance animals, and a rule that riders must remove horse waste when on public rights‑of‑way (but not on private or equestrian trails). He said the ordinance benchmarks the dangerous dog definition to state law and retains rabies and registration provisions.
Councilmember discussion centered on enforcement and the public process. Baker said complaints trigger investigation and, if an animal is declared dangerous, state law requires notice, insurance, and the fortified fence. The council moved to approve Ordinance 611 and voted unanimously.
