Texas HB471 mandates animal shelters and releasing agencies to maintain detailed records on animal intake and disposition.

Texas HB471 requires animal shelters and releasing agencies to prepare and maintain records on the intake and disposition of animals. These records must include the total number of animals by species and age, the reason for custody, the number of animals at the shelter monthly, and the final disposition of each animal. Shelters and agencies must categorize animals as dogs, cats, or other, and as either up to five months old or adult. Records must be kept on the premises and made available to the public either online or in person.

Texas HB471 mandates animal shelters and releasing agencies to maintain detailed records on animal intake and disposition.

Texas HB471 requires animal shelters and releasing agencies to prepare and maintain records on the intake and disposition of animals. These records must include the total number of animals by species and age, the reason for custody, the number of animals at the shelter monthly, and the final disposition of each animal. Shelters and agencies must categorize animals as dogs, cats, or other, and as either up to five months old or adult. Records must be kept on the premises and made available to the public either online or in person.