AZ SB1204

Increases the bond requirement for seized animals from $25 to $500 per animal, which owners must post within 10 days to prevent the animal from being deemed abandoned.

Allows seizing agencies to contract with persons, agencies, or shelters to house and provide medical care for impounded animals.

Makes interfering with officers during animal seizure enforcement or releasing a seized animal a class 1 misdemeanor offense.

Requires owners appealing court orders to post a bond equivalent to 60 days of impoundment costs and makes owners responsible for all veterinary, impound, and board fees unless they prevail at the postseizure hearing or on appeal.

Defines "vicious" animal as one with a known history of biting or propensity to cause injury without provocation, clarifying grounds for seizure under this criterion.