Iowa HF2298 regulates commercial establishments with nonagricultural animals, including breeders, kennels, and pet shops, by setting care standards.

Iowa HF2298 amends the state's animal care regulations, focusing on commercial establishments that possess or control nonagricultural animals. The bill defines "commercial breeder" as someone breeding dogs or cats for sale, exchange, or lease, excluding those with six or fewer breeding animals. It mandates inspections by the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (DALS) and allows for unscheduled inspections if there is credible evidence of a care violation.

Iowa HF2298 regulates commercial establishments with nonagricultural animals, including breeders, kennels, and pet shops, by setting care standards.

Iowa HF2298 amends the state's animal care regulations, focusing on commercial establishments that possess or control nonagricultural animals. The bill defines "commercial breeder" as someone breeding dogs or cats for sale, exchange, or lease, excluding those with six or fewer breeding animals. It mandates inspections by the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (DALS) and allows for unscheduled inspections if there is credible evidence of a care violation.