Animal shelter and pounds; allowed to purchase, etc., certain controlled substances for euthanizing. (SB897)

Introduced By

Sen. Ryan McDougle (R-Mechanicsville)

Description

Companion animals; releasing agencies. Allows the immediate administration of vaccinations and other veterinary care to any animal confined by a releasing agency. Currently a releasing agency could provide for the immediate euthanasia of a critically injured, critically ill, or unweaned animal for humane purposes, but could not provide routine veterinary care until the expiration of minimum five-day waiting period. Amends § 3.2-6546 (“County or city pounds; confinement and disposition of animals; affiliation with foster care providers; penalties; injunctive relief.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »

Outcome

1 vote