Massachusetts S618 bans retail sales of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops.
Massachusetts S618 amends existing law to prohibit pet shops from selling dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs. This change does not affect local regulations on pet sales. Pet shops can still offer space for animal rescues or shelters to showcase animals for adoption, as long as the shop does not own the animals. The law takes effect 90 days after passage.
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