Can City Officials Force Me To Vaccinate My Dog?

Other Indiana Pet Law FAQs

• Q: What Is The Relevant Law In Indiana That Governs Pets And Animals?
  A: Indiana State Statute Sections 15­5­12­1 through 15­5­7; and Sections 35­47­7­4 ­ 35­46­3­1 ­ 13 address most pet … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Part Of The City Has Rabies?
  A: The state veterinarian has the duty to declare quarantine against rabies in any county, township, city or town whenever he finds that rabies exist in the area to the … More
• Q: What Happens When An Area Is Quarantined?
  A: Whenever quarantine has been declared, the owner or caretaker of an animal in the quarantine area shall confine the animal on the premises of the owner; or in a … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Dog Has Been Vaccinated?
  A: When a local veterinarian vaccinates a dog, he or she is obligated to give you an immunization certificate in order to prove that your dog is vaccinated.
• Q: What Happens To Dogs That Are Loose During Quarantine?
  A: Any dog found running at large during quarantine will be impounded and the owner will have to follow certain procedures in order to claim the dog. First, the owner … More
• Q: Are My Dogs Subject To Quarantine If I Am Traveling To The Quarantine Area?
  A: Yes. All non­local dogs, with the exception of exhibition dogs, that are traveling to the quarantine area are subject to the quarantine.
• Q: Can The State Order My Dog To Be Confined Even If There Is No Quarantine Order?
  A: Yes. It is up to the discretion of the local health veterinarian or official to either destroy or impound any dog that he or she believes to be affected by rabies. In … More
• Q: Do I Need To Tell Anyone If I Believe That A Dog Has Rabies?
  A: Yes. It is your duty to report within 48 hours to a local health or safety official any dog which you believe is affected by, or may have rabies. After your report, … More
• Q: Are There Any Restrictions To Selling Puppies?
  A: Yes. You cannot sell or receive any puppies that are younger than eight weeks of age unless the puppy is received with its mother.
• Q: What Happens If Someone Sold Me A Diseased Dog?
  A: If someone sells you a diseased animal, and they knew or acted intentionally, then they are guilty of a felony.