Although there is some disagreement on this issue, it appears that associations can no longer prohibit owners from keeping at least one dog or one cat as a pet. As provided for in Civil Code §1360.5, associations are allowed at least one "pet," which is defined to mean any domesticated bird, cat, dog, or aquatic animal kept within an aquarium.

Reasonable Rules. Boards may, however, adopt reasonable rules and regulations regarding pets, including, restrictions on size, number and aggressive breeds of animals.