WEST VIRGINIA CODE
WVC 19 - 20 B- 6
§19-20B-6. Dogs or cats claimed by owner.
Nothing in this article authorizes an agency to spay or neuter
a dog or cat if the dog or cat is claimed by and returned to its
lawful owner within five days of being taken into custody by the
agency.
Note: WV Code updated with legislation passed through the 2012 1st Special Session