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Virginia Administrative Code
Title 2. Agriculture
Agency 5. Department of Agriculture And Consumer Services
Chapter 105. Regulations Pertaining to Pet Shops Selling Dogs or Cats
11/21/2024

2VAC5-105-10. Definitions.

The following words and terms when used in this chapter shall have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Animal care inspector" means the animal welfare inspector employed pursuant to § 3.2-5901.1 of the Code of Virginia, or as designated by the State Veterinarian.

"Department" means the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

"Pet shop" means any retail, commercial, private, for-profit establishment that sells dogs or cats to the public and shall not include breeders, dealers, public or private animal shelters, home-based rescues, or residential establishments. Each location will constitute a separate pet shop.

Statutory Authority

§ 3.2-6501.1 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 40, Issue 17, eff. May 9, 2024.

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