§ 4-25-1 — § 4-25-1. Definitions.

Rhode Island § 4-25-1

• Jurisdiction: Rhode Island
• Title 4: Animals and Animal Husbandry
• Ch. 4-25: Pet Warranties — Dogs

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§ 4-25-1. Definitions.

As used in this chapter:

(1) "Clinically ill� means an illness that is apparent to a licensed veterinarian based on observation, examination, or testing of the dog.

(2) "Nonelective surgical procedure� means a surgical procedure that is necessary to preserve or restore the health of an animal or to correct a condition that would interfere with the animal's ability to walk, run, jump or otherwise function in a normal manner.

(3) "Purchaser� means any person purchasing a dog from a seller, as defined in this section.

(4) "Seller� means any person, business or other entity engaging in the sale of dogs, except that this definition does not encompass the sale of dogs on the premises of and by a public shelter, pound or other entity operating as a nonprofit organization pursuant to Rhode Island law. Persons selling fewer than twenty (20) dogs or three (3) litters, whichever is greater, in a single calendar year shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter.

Legislative History

P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.