Illinois HB4778 amends the Animal Welfare Act to redefine "dog dealer" and establish new requirements for dog breeders.
HB4778 amends the Animal Welfare Act by excluding certain entities from the definition of "dog dealer," including those who sell dogs at retail to the public and those who sell only dogs they have produced and raised. It also excludes veterinary hospitals or clinics from being considered dog dealers. The bill mandates that dog breeders provide each dog with a primary enclosure meeting specific criteria, including size, temperature, and materials.
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