Dogs; devocalization, prohibited, exception, penalty.
Passed on 4/13/26
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From the Legislature
Devocalization of dogs prohibited. Makes it unlawful for any person engaged in the practice of veterinary medicine to perform a surgical devocalization procedure on a dog, except when such procedure is necessary to treat or relieve any injury, disease, or congenital defect that is causing or may cause the dog physical pain or harm.
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Roll Call Votes
89 Yea
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Feb 3
9:30 AM
Senate Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources-Companion Animals Hearing
Feb 3
7:00 PM
Senate Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources Hearing
Feb 11
9:30 AM
Senate Finance and Appropriations Hearing
Feb 25
9:00 AM
House Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources Hearing