Section 821.052 - Methods of Euthanasia(a) A person may euthanize a dog or cat in the custody of an animal shelter only by administering sodium pentobarbital.(b) A person may euthanize all other animals in the custody of an animal shelter, including birds and reptiles, only in accordance with the applicable methods, recommendations, and procedures set forth in the edition of the American Veterinary Medical Association Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals that is approved by the executive commissioner.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 821.052
Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 1,Sec. 3.1594, eff. 4/2/2015.Amended by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 23,Sec. 2, eff. 5/10/2013.Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 30, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/2003. See Acts 2013, 83rd Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 23, Sec. 5.