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Step 1
Enter your court details
So the certificate carries the right information.
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Texas Responsible Pet Owner Course
The online course a Texas court can order after an animal-related offense. Two timed hours, with identity checks along the way.
At a glance
- At least 2 instructional hours
- Timed, with identity checks
- Completed fully online
- Certificate for your court
Regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Is this the right course?
A court ordered it
This course exists for people a Texas court has told to complete it.
You know your deadline
Enter the date from your order and we count down for you.
You know where to send it
Your checklist shows who receives the certificate.
How it works
Responsible Pet Owner in 3 simple steps
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Step 2
Take the two hours
Short lessons with a visible timer. Stop and come back when you need.
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Step 3
Download your certificate
Texas requires them for this course. With instructions for getting it to your court.
$45
Planned launch price
Planned price. Court fees are separate and paid to the court.
What is included and what is not
Included
- The full two-hour timed course in six units
- The identity checks and unit questions the state requires
- Final exam
- Certificate of completion for your court
Not included
- Court fees, fines and costs
- Legal advice about your case
Price
$45 planned
Planned price. Court fees are separate and paid to the court.
Optional extras are listed below. None is pre-selected.
Optional extras (never pre-selected)
The course is complete without any of these. Each one is optional and nothing is pre-selected. You will see every price before you pay.
Rush certificate
Priority processing when your court deadline is close.
Delivery to your court
We send the certificate to the court for you.
Extra certified copy
A second copy for your attorney or your own records.
What it covers
- Laws that protect animals in Texas
- Food, water and shelter
- Veterinary care
- Restraint, tethering and safe confinement
- Preventing bites and neglect
Outline shown for planning. The final content is the version the TDLR approves.
Questions about this course
How long does it take?
Texas sets a minimum of two instructional hours for this course.
Why is there a timer?
The state requires the course to be timed, so the hours on your certificate are real.
Can I take it for my own interest?
Yes, though it was created for court orders.
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