Came across this and thought it would be worth sharing.
Many states have adopted laws which allow animals to be included in restraining orders
http://www.animallaw.info/articles/ovusdomesticviolencelaws.htm
and finally, Texas made the list this year YAY!
http://www.animallaw.info/bills/blustx2011hb323.htm
Just some FYI if you know anyone who needs to flee domestic violence in these states etc and are worried about leaving because of their pet!
Many states have adopted laws which allow animals to be included in restraining orders
http://www.animallaw.info/articles/ovusdomesticviolencelaws.htm
and finally, Texas made the list this year YAY!
http://www.animallaw.info/bills/blustx2011hb323.htm
Just some FYI if you know anyone who needs to flee domestic violence in these states etc and are worried about leaving because of their pet!