New York bans selling dogs, cats, rabbits in pet stores to combat 'puppy mill' pipeline

Source: ABC News

New York bans selling dogs, cats, rabbits in pet stores to combat 'puppy mill' pipeline

Pet stores can rent out space to host animal adoptions, however.

ByIvan Pereira
December 15, 2022, 4:29 PM

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation Thursday banning the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in retail pet stores throughout the state.

Animal activists have been calling for such a ban for years contending that pet stores are often stocked with animals that are bred and abused in "puppy mills" and other mass breeding centers.

"Dogs, cats and rabbits across New York deserve loving homes and humane treatment," Hochul said in a statement.

Under the law, which goes into effect in 2024, retail stores that previously sold pets can still operate and sell pet supplies and other accessories. They also have the option to charge shelters and rescue groups rent to use their space for adoptions.

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