2021 Texas Statutes
Health and Safety Code
Title 10 - Health and Safety of Animals
Chapter 821 - Treatment and Disposition of Animals
Subchapter E. Unlawful Restraint of Dog
Section 821.101. Definitions
Sec. 821.101. 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.
