§ 3.2-6501. Regulations and guidelines
The Board may adopt regulations and guidelines consistent with the objectives and intent of this chapter concerning the care and transportation of animals. 1984, c. 492, § 29-213.37; 1987, c. 488, § 3.1-796.67; 2008, c. 860.
§ 3.2-6501.1. Regulations for the keeping of certain animals
A. The Board shall, by July 1, 2022, and pursuant to the provisions of the Administrative Process Act (§ 2.2-4000 et seq.), adopt comprehensive regulations governing the keeping of dogs and cats by any pet shop. Such regulations shall not apply to agricultural animals. B. The regulations adopted pursuant to subsection A shall require every […]
§ 3.2-6502. State Veterinarian’s power to inspect premises where animals are kept; investigations and search warrants
A. The State Veterinarian and each State Veterinarian’s representative shall have the power to conduct inspections of public and private animal shelters, and inspect any business premises where animals are housed or kept, including any boarding establishment, kennel, pet shop, or the business premises of any dealer, exhibitor or groomer, at any reasonable time, for […]
§ 3.2-6500. Definitions
As used in this chapter unless the context requires a different meaning: “Abandon” means to desert, forsake, or absolutely give up an animal without having secured another owner or custodian for the animal or by failing to provide the elements of basic care as set forth in § 3.2-6503 for a period of four consecutive […]