House Passes Bill That Would Ban the Sale of Dogs & Cats from Puppy Mills
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House Passes Bill That Would Ban the Sale of Dogs & Cats from Puppy Mills
The bill was introduced by Representative Patricia Serpa.
“We all know the horror stories of animals that are bred in puppy mills. What this legislation will do is decrease the demand for dogs and cats that are bred in this terrible fashion while increasing the demand for pets that come from animal shelters. This, in turn, will encourage pet shops to adopt and adhere to more humane policies in the sales of cats and dogs,” said Serpa.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTThe bill now moves to the Senate.
The legislation would ban the sale of dogs and cats at pet shops, except those that have come from an animal shelter, dog pound or animal rescue.
It would also make it unlawful for any person to sell, exchange, trade, barter or display any dog or cat on any roadside, public right-of-way, parkway, median, park, or other outdoor markets.
PHOTOS: General Assembly Opening Session - January 1, 2019
