SB1794 amends Tennessee law to define dangerous dogs and establish procedures for their registration, impoundment, and potential destruction.

SB1794 amends Tennessee Code to redefine "dangerous dog" as one that makes an unprovoked attack causing bodily injury outside an enclosure. Owners must register their dangerous dogs, provide proof of liability insurance or financial responsibility, and keep the dogs restrained or in a secure enclosure. Animal control authorities must maintain a public registry of dangerous dogs. The bill outlines procedures for impounding and potentially destroying dangerous dogs, including appeals processes. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

SB1794 amends Tennessee law to define dangerous dogs and establish procedures for their registration, impoundment, and potential destruction.

SB1794 amends Tennessee Code to redefine "dangerous dog" as one that makes an unprovoked attack causing bodily injury outside an enclosure. Owners must register their dangerous dogs, provide proof of liability insurance or financial responsibility, and keep the dogs restrained or in a secure enclosure. Animal control authorities must maintain a public registry of dangerous dogs. The bill outlines procedures for impounding and potentially destroying dangerous dogs, including appeals processes. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.