SB593

SB593 regulates commercial dog breeders in Hawaii by requiring licenses, setting minimum care standards, and authorizing county inspections.

SB593 establishes licensing requirements for commercial dog breeders in Hawaii, ensuring they meet minimum standards for dog care, treatment, and recordkeeping. The bill defines a "dog breeder" as someone who owns more than ten dogs over twelve months old with intact sexual organs and sells more than three litters or twenty-five dogs per year. Dog breeders must obtain a license from their county, pay a biennial fee, and allow unannounced inspections. The bill mandates that breeders provide dogs with sufficient food, clean water, shelter, space, veterinary care, and regular exercise.