SB4047 amends the Animal Welfare Act to redefine professional breeders and impose stricter requirements on them.
SB4047 amends the Animal Welfare Act to redefine "professional breeder" as a legal entity or individual owning, having possession of, or harboring more than five females capable of reproduction. It mandates that professional breeders must source dogs and cats from compliant animal control facilities, shelters, or other breeders. The bill also requires breeders to provide veterinary examinations, maintain health records, and ensure dogs have adequate space and exercise. Additionally, it mandates that pet shops and dog dealers can only sell animals sourced from compliant facilities or breeders.
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