New Jersey S434 prohibits pet shops from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits, and repeals the "Pet Purchase Protection Act.
New Jersey S434 prohibits pet shops from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits. It allows pet shops to sell other types of animals and pet supplies, and to collaborate with animal rescue organizations, shelters, or pounds to showcase animals available for adoption without any compensation. The bill imposes a $500 fine for each violation, to be collected in a civil action. It also prohibits animal rescue organizations, shelters, or pounds from obtaining cats, dogs, or rabbits from breeders or brokers in exchange for any compensation.
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