🐶 Dog Regulations in Chengdu: What Pet Owners Need to Know

In recent years, China has seen more frequent reports of dog attacks involving aggressive or banned breeds. These incidents have reignited debates over dog regulations and ownership laws in Chengdu, particularly concerning breeds like Rottweilers and Tibetan Mastiffs. As a result, Chengdu tightened its dog regulations to protect public safety.

🚫 New List of Banned Dog Breeds

Starting January 1, 2024, Chengdu updated its dog regulations and added 35 breeds to its list of prohibited dogs. These breeds are now completely banned in the city. If you violate the updated rules, you may face steep fines. This ban will remain valid for five years unless further changes are announced.

In addition, the local government introduced new rules for large dog breeds. All pet owners must now register their dogs.

The official notice

📏 Definition of a “Large Dog”

According to the new dog regulations, large dogs are any breed taller than 65 cm from shoulder to ground. You cannot walk or own these breeds in restricted areas. Therefore, if you own a large dog, check the permitted zones and follow the time limits for walking them.

🚫 New Dog Regulations: Banned Dog Breeds in Chengdu (35)

1、美国比特斗牛梗犬 American Pit Bull Terrier

2、美国斯塔福梗犬 American Staffordshire Terrier

3、阿根廷杜高犬 Dogo Argentino

4、日本土佐犬 Japanese TosaInu

5、意大利卡斯罗犬 Cane Corso

6、中亚牧羊犬 Central Asian Shepherd

7、俄罗斯高加索犬 Caucasian Shepherd

8、西藏獒犬 Tibetan Mastiff

9、意大利扭玻利顿犬 Neapolitan Mastiff

10、法国波尔多獒犬 Doguede Bordeaux

11、英国马士提夫犬 Mastiff1

2、秋田犬 Akita

13、德国牧羊犬 German Shepherd

14、川东猎犬（邻水犬）Chuan Dong Hound

15、牛头梗 Bull Terrier

16、纽芬兰犬 Newfoundland

17、爱尔兰猎狼犬 Irish Wolfhound

18、昆明狼犬 Kunming Dog

19、捷克狼犬 Czechoslovakian Wolfdog

20、苏俄牧羊犬 Borzoi

21、大丹犬 Great Dane

22、中华田园犬（犬肩高超过50cm的）Chinese Rural Dog (with shoulder height exceeding 50cm)

23、阿富汗猎犬 Afghan Hound

24、罗威纳犬 Rottweiler

25、寻血猎犬 Bloodhound

26、大白熊犬（比利牛斯山犬）Great Pyrenees

27、拳师犬 Boxer

28、伯恩山犬 Bernese Mountain Dog

29、杜宾犬 Doberman Pinsche

r30、马林诺斯犬（马犬）Belgian Malinois

31、土耳其坎高犬 Kangal Dog

32、巴西菲勒犬 Brazilian Fila

33、匈牙利可蒙犬 Komondor

34、西班牙加纳利犬 Presa Canario

35、爱尔兰赛特犬（雪达犬）Irish Setter

📜 Civil Code Explained

The Civil Code clearly outlines pet ownership responsibilities under the current dog regulations in Chengdu. It holds owners strictly liable for injuries caused by banned dog breeds or aggressive dogs. Even if an attack was accidental, the owner can still face legal action.

In extreme cases where a dog causes serious harm or death, the owner may face criminal prosecution for public endangerment.

🐾 Registration is Mandatory

Beyond restrictions on banned dog breeds, Chengdu now requires all pet owners to register their dogs. You must also use a leash or keep your dog in a secure space. Failure to comply with these dog regulations can result in fines or even loss of your pet.

Whether you’re a long-time resident or new to the city with your dog, it’s helpful to know where your pet is welcome. Explore our recommendations for pet-friendly hotels in Chengdu for a comfortable stay.