Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 744 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR SCHOOL-AGE AND BEFORE OR AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
Subchapter L - SAFETY PRACTICES
Division 3 - ANIMALS AT THE OPERATION
Section 744.2701 - What steps must I take to have animals at my operation and/or on a field trip?

(1) Notify parents in writing when animals are or will be present;

(2) Ensure the animals do not create unsafe or unsanitary conditions;

(3) Ensure that children do not handle any animal that shows signs of illness, such as lethargy or diarrhea; and

(4) Ensure that caregivers and children practice good hygiene and hand washing after handling or coming into contact with an animal and items used by an animal, such as water bowls, food bowls, and cages.