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.

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

89 Yea

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10 Nay

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Calendar

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