Dogs are generally allowed in apartments in Chengdu, but ownership is subject to strict municipal regulations and individual landlord or housing committee policies. Under the Chengdu Dog Management Regulation, residents in restricted urban areas—including major districts like Wuhou, Chenghua, Jinniu, and Jinjiang—are typically limited to keeping one dog per household. Owners must register their pets via the official Rongcheng Qianguan WeChat account, provide proof of rabies vaccination, and pay a registration fee that can reach up to 2,000 CNY. Furthermore, Chengdu maintains a list of over 30 banned "aggressive" or "dangerous" breeds, such as Pit Bull Terriers, Mastiffs, and German Shepherds, which are prohibited in restricted areas; large dogs exceeding 65 cm in height are also restricted in certain zones. When renting, it is essential to check for "no pet" clauses in lease agreements, as many landlords or specific serviced apartment complexes, like Fraser Suites or Somerset Riverview, may explicitly prohibit large pets or require prior consent. Compliance with local "civilized dog ownership" rules, such as using leashes in public and cleaning up waste, is mandatory to avoid fines or pet confiscation.