Syracuse’s dangerous dog ordinances mirror New York State law. A dangerous dog in Syracuse: Has a known propensity to attack unprovoked, cause injury, or otherwise jeopardize the safety of individuals who are peacefully conducting themselves in a place where they are lawfully allowed to be. Has made an unprovoked attack on a human or domestic animal. Was owned, harbored primarily for, or trained for dog fighting. If a dog is designated a dangerous dog in Syracuse, the owner is prohibited from allowing the animal to be unconfined. Confinement in this situation means that the dog must stay in the owner’s home or an enclosed kennel or pen. The pen must be marked with a prominently placed warning sign. Dogs designated as dangerous cannot be bought or sold within the city. If a designated dangerous dog bites someone, the city can seize the dog and the owner may face criminal charges in addition to liability to the bite victim.