Texas § HS.821.101 - DEFINITIONS
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§ HS.821.101. DEFINITIONS
DEFINITIONS. 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. Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 6 (S.B. 5 ), Sec. 1, eff. January 18, 2022.
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Section HS.821.101 ("DEFINITIONS") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. 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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