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SB 707 Enacted

Dogs; devocalization, prohibited, exception, penalty.

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Devocalization of dogs prohibited. Makes it unlawful for any person engaged in the practice of veterinary medicine to perform a surgical devocalization procedure on a dog, except when such procedure is necessary to treat or relieve any injury, disease, or congenital defect that is causing or may cause the dog physical pain or harm.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 14, 2026
Last action
Apr 13, 2026 — Approved by Governor-Chapter 829 (effective 7/1/2026)
Session
2026
Momentum
84 · Very high