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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 6Ch. 10Art. 1§ 113030 Household Pet Definition

§ 113030 Household Pet Definition

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§ 113030 Household Pet Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •A 'pet' is any animal kept in a home, like cats or dogs.
  • •It includes other meat-eating animals, even if they are just for show.
  • •This rule has been in place since 1996.

Example

You have a pet dog at home.

Your dog is considered a 'pet' under this law because it is a household animal.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 113030 Household Pet Definition

“Pet” means any household animal including but not limited to cats or dogs and other carnivores whether or not for exhibition. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

Pethousehold animalcatsdogscarnivores

Related Statutes

  • § 113025 Processed Pet Food Definition
  • § 113035 Pet Food Ingredient Standards
  • § 113040 Incubator Egg Disposal Rules
  • § 113045 Pet Food Advertising Rules
  • § 113050 Misleading Labeling And Ads

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 113030.
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