When a dog or cat is a rabies suspect:

1. (1)

   1. (A) In "special circumstances", as defined in 20 CAR § 105-101(9), the Director of the Department of Health, or his or her designated representative, may advise the immediate euthanasia of the dog or cat and expeditious shipment of the head to the public health laboratory for diagnosis of rabies.
   2. (B) Costs for euthanasia and for transportation are borne by the owner.

2. (2)

   1. (A) When ownership of the dog or cat is established, the dog or cat, vaccinated or unvaccinated, will be confined, quarantined, and observed as outlined in 20 CAR § 105-101(7)(A).
   2. (B) However, with the owner's consent, the dog or cat may be euthanized and the head shipped as outlined in 20 CAR § 105-101(8).
3. (3) Stray dogs or cats, or where ownership cannot be established, will be euthanized and the head shipped in accordance with 20 CAR § 105-101(8).
4. (4) All veterinary fees, including euthanasia and transportation costs, are the responsibility of the victim or, if a minor, the victim's parents or guardian.