HB1133

Defining and regulating livestock guardian dogs.

Introduced·12/1/25
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New Hampshire HB1133 regulates livestock guardian dogs, defining their use and registration requirements.

New Hampshire HB1133 amends the state's animal control laws to define and regulate livestock guardian dogs. The bill specifies that these dogs must be kept on parcels of land with a minimum of one acre per dog, with a minimum parcel size of five acres for more than two dogs. Owners must register their dogs with the local town or city and provide proof of training and livestock ownership. The bill exempts livestock guardian dogs from being deemed at large if they remain on their designated parcel and do not exhibit nuisance behavior.

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Calendar

Mar 3

10:15 AM

Environment and Agriculture Work Session

Mar 3

10:15 AM

Environment and Agriculture Executive Session

History

Mar 11

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 24

Mar 4

House

Executive Session: 03/03/2026 10:15 am GP 153

Mar 4

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 03/03/2026 (Vote 13-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 10 P. 16