Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.
Section 822.004 - Destruction of Dog The destruction of a dog under this subchapter must be performed by:
(1) a licensed veterinarian;(2) personnel of a recognized animal shelter or humane society who are trained in the humane destruction of animals; or(3) personnel of a governmental agency responsible for animal control who are trained in the humane destruction of animals.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 822.004
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1989. Renumbered from Health & Safety Code Sec. 822.003 by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 99, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1997.