Updates animal health inspections in Massachusetts by defining personal breeder kennels and setting inspection standards.

This bill amends the definition of "kennel" in Massachusetts law to include "personal breeder kennel," which refers to a collection of three or more intact female dogs kept for breeding and selling offspring. It mandates inspections of areas used for kennel purposes in private residences, ensuring they meet sanitary and humane standards. Inspections must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., with exceptions for advance notice if necessary.

Updates animal health inspections in Massachusetts by defining personal breeder kennels and setting inspection standards.

This bill amends the definition of "kennel" in Massachusetts law to include "personal breeder kennel," which refers to a collection of three or more intact female dogs kept for breeding and selling offspring. It mandates inspections of areas used for kennel purposes in private residences, ensuring they meet sanitary and humane standards. Inspections must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., with exceptions for advance notice if necessary.