Texas HB3777 sets requirements for dog owners whose dogs are taken into custody by animal control authorities, including microchipping, vaccinations.

Texas HB3777 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish specific requirements for dog owners whose dogs are taken into custody by animal control authorities. For dogs initially taken into custody, owners must provide evidence of microchipping and core vaccinations within 30 days. For dogs taken into custody a second time, owners must provide a letter confirming sterilization signed by a veterinarian within 60 days. Dog breeders face additional requirements if their dogs are taken into custody more than twice.

Texas HB3777 sets requirements for dog owners whose dogs are taken into custody by animal control authorities, including microchipping, vaccinations.

Texas HB3777 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish specific requirements for dog owners whose dogs are taken into custody by animal control authorities. For dogs initially taken into custody, owners must provide evidence of microchipping and core vaccinations within 30 days. For dogs taken into custody a second time, owners must provide a letter confirming sterilization signed by a veterinarian within 60 days. Dog breeders face additional requirements if their dogs are taken into custody more than twice.