Exempts livestock guardian dogs and herding dogs from dog license fees in New York.

This bill amends the agriculture and markets law to exempt livestock guardian dogs and herding dogs from dog license fees. It defines "livestock guardian dog" as any dog used to protect livestock from predators and "herding dog" as any dog trained in herding livestock. Municipalities are required to exempt these dogs from licensing fees and mark their licenses accordingly. The changes take effect immediately.

Exempts livestock guardian dogs and herding dogs from dog license fees in New York.

This bill amends the agriculture and markets law to exempt livestock guardian dogs and herding dogs from dog license fees. It defines "livestock guardian dog" as any dog used to protect livestock from predators and "herding dog" as any dog trained in herding livestock. Municipalities are required to exempt these dogs from licensing fees and mark their licenses accordingly. The changes take effect immediately.