2) Evidence for the above listed exemptions is "self executing," says
Francis, which means that a person does not have to file anything with TDLR
up front if they are claiming an exemption for breeding these type dogs.
3) HOWEVER! If someone files a complaint against those exempted dog
breeders saying they should be licensed as a Cat or Dog Breeder, then TDLR
will ask that breeder to provide proof that each dog is exempt with entry
registration forms or receipts from an entity conducting the event.
[Charles Johnson, TDLR counsel, said the breeder must have the defense ready
"if they come after you."] It will be decided case by case. Such proof
must conclusively identify and relate to the specific dog for which an
exemption is requested.
That is one of the issues at hand that hopefully gets cleared up soon.
