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Domestic animal

An animal like a dog, cat, guinea pig, hamster, rabbit, or bird, kept by an owner for non-commercial purposes.

Eligible entity

A State, local, or Tribal government or an agency of such a government, or a non-profit corporation, that can apply for grants or loans under this program.

Rural area

Any area that is not a city or town with a population greater than 50,000 people, and not the urbanized area directly next to such a city or town.

Secretary

The Secretary of Agriculture, specifically acting through the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Rural Development, who is responsible for establishing and managing this program.

Grant

Money given by the government to an eligible entity for a specific purpose, which does not need to be repaid.

Loan

Money lent by the government to an eligible entity, which must be repaid, typically with interest.