The moment you bring a pet into your life they become part of the family.
Sometimes you want to make that family a little bigger. Whether it’s a few cats or a couple of dogs, if you love animals and have the funds to pull it off you can create your own animal house.
However, you need to be aware of the rules for the number of animals allowed in a single dwelling.
How many pets can you legally have in Delaware?
Delaware does not have a state law determining how many pets a person can legally own.
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How many pets can you legally have in Delaware cities?
Delaware doesn’t have a state law regarding the number of pets a family can have. However, many cities and towns have local limits homeowners must follow.
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Newark: Families are allowed to have six animals in their home unless the home is exempted or there is a litter of puppies or kittens, which may be kept for a period not exceeding five months. Fish are not included in this count.
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Dover: The city’s ordinances say families are not allowed to have more than three dogs over the age of 6 months.
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Smyrna: The city’s municipal code states that it is unlawful to possess more than five animals, excluding fish, within the town. The exception to the rule would be if there is a litter of puppies or kittens under the age of 5 months.
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Seaford: Property owners in the city limits are not permitted to have more than three dogs or five cats. In addition, the total number of dogs and cats cannot exceed five.
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Bridgeville: No person is allowed to have more than two dogs over the age of 6 months. Puppies under 6 months old are exempted from this limitation. There are no limitations for cats.
Are there other pet restrictions in Delaware?
In addition to city ordinances, homeowners should also check the bylaws of their homeowner’s association.
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HOAs may impose stricter rules in their bylaws, including limitations on numbers of pets, dog breeds and sizes.
This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: How many pets can I own in Delaware?
