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Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 821.101. Definitions

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

In this subchapter:

(1) “Adequate shelter” means a sturdy structure:

(A) that provides the dog protection from inclement weather; and

(B) with dimensions that allow the dog while in the shelter to stand erect, sit, turn around, and lie down in a normal position.

(2) “Collar” means a band of material specifically designed to be placed around the neck of a dog.

(3) “Harness” means a set of straps constructed of nylon, leather, or similar material, specifically designed to restrain or control a dog.

(4) “Inclement weather” includes rain, hail, sleet, snow, high winds, extreme low temperatures, or extreme high temperatures.

(5) “Owner” means a person who owns or has custody or control of a dog.

(6) “Properly fitted” means, with respect to a collar or harness, a collar or harness that:

(A) is appropriately sized for the dog based on the dog's measurements and body weight;

(B) does not choke the dog or impede the dog's normal breathing or swallowing; and

(C) does not cause pain or injury to the dog.

(7) “Restraint” means a chain, rope, tether, leash, cable, or other device that attaches a dog to a stationary object or trolley system.

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