California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §31643: If the dog in question dies, or is sold, transferred, or permanently removed from the city or county where the owner or keeper resides, the owner of a potentially dangerous dog shall notify the animal

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An owner of a potentially dangerous dog must notify animal control if the dog dies, is sold, transferred, or permanently removed from the city or county where the owner lives.

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If the dog in question dies, or is sold, transferred, or permanently removed from the city or county where the owner or keeper resides, the owner of a potentially dangerous dog shall notify the animal control department of the changed condition and new location of the dog in writing within two working days.

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