2012 Delaware Code
Title 3 - Agriculture
CHAPTER 80. HUMANE KILLING OF ANIMALS HELD IN SHELTER
§ 8001. Definitions.

For purposes of this chapter:

(1) "Animal shelter" means a public or private facility which includes a physical structure that provides temporary or permanent shelter to stray, abandoned, abused, or owner-surrendered animals and that is operated, owned, or maintained by a duly incorporated humane society, animal welfare society, or other nonprofit organization for the purpose of providing for and promoting the welfare, protection, and humane treatment of animals. "Animal shelter" shall not include individuals providing temporary foster care to animals in their home or to animal rescue groups sheltering animals on an individual's private property.

(2) "Licensed veterinarian" means a veterinarian licensed to practice veterinary medicine pursuant to Title 24.

(3) "Licensed veterinary technician" means an individual licensed as a veterinary technician pursuant to Title 24.

77 Del. Laws, c. 418, § 2.;