Guam § 34303 - Observation of Suspected Dogs or Cats.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 34303 — Observation of Suspected Dogs or Cats., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34303. Observation of Suspected Dogs or Cats.
Any dog or cat which, in the opinion of an officer, exhibits
signs suggestive of rabies or any dog or cat which has bitten a
person shall be examined by a licensed veterinarian or, if no
veterinarian is available, by a qualified person authorized by the
Director and shall be placed under impoundment by the Pet
Control Unit for a period of not less than ten (10) days, or in
accordance with regulations which shall be specified by the
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Director. Any and all costs, including care and keep, shall be
borne by the owner of such dog or cat, if known.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 34303
What does Guam Code Annotated § 34303 cover?
Section 34303 ("Observation of Suspected Dogs or Cats.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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