Canine Home Kenneling Pilot Program

Official: CBP Canine Home Kenneling Pilot Act

IntroducedJune 20, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill establishes a pilot program for U.S. Customs and Border Protection to evaluate the benefits of housing working canines at their handlers' homes instead of in centralized facilities.

If you are a canine handler, you may be able to care for your dog at home instead of in a kennel.

Affects: Canine handlers working for U.S. Customs and Border Protection and their assigned dogs.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill creates a pilot program for U.S. Customs and Border Protection to test home kenneling for canines. 2. The program will start within one year and last for at least two years. 3. Canine handlers will receive training on caring for their dogs at home. 4. At least ten ports of entry will participate, including urban and rural locations. 5. A report will be submitted to Congress after the program ends, detailing its findings and recommendations.

Who is affected?

Canine handlers working for U.S. Customs and Border Protection and their assigned dogs.