Section 830. Pets visiting the assisted living facility

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If an assisted living facility allows pets to visit the premises, the following shall apply:

1. Any pet or animal present at the facility shall be in good health and show no evidence of carrying any disease;

2. The facility shall ensure that any resident's rights, preferences, and medical needs are not compromised by the presence of an animal; and

3. The facility shall ensure any animal is well-treated while visiting on the premises, has a suitable temperament and otherwise poses no significant health or safety risks to residents, staff, volunteers, or visitors.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 23, Issue 06, eff. December 28, 2006.

Statutory Authority

§§ 63.2-217 and 63.2-1732 of the Code of Virginia.

                    
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