OK HB2370

Owners of domestic dogs, cats, and ferrets must vaccinate their animals against rabies by 4 months of age and at regular intervals thereafter according to approved vaccine label directions

Veterinarians may issue an exemption certificate if they determine vaccination is not in the best interest of an animal's health, stating the reasons for abstaining

State Board of Health retains authority to adopt rules for quarantine, isolation, impounding, immunization, and disposal of animals to prevent and control zoonotic diseases

Willful failure to comply with quarantine or immunization orders is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $100 fine, up to 30 days in county jail, or both

Effective date: November 1, 2016