Texas HB3458 prohibits pet stores from selling dogs and cats, with exceptions for certain entities.

HB3458 amends the Texas Business & Commerce Code to prohibit pet stores from selling dogs and cats. This prohibition applies to dogs and cats obtained by pet stores on or after the effective date of the Act. Pet stores may provide space for certain entities, such as animal control agencies and nonprofit organizations, to showcase animals for adoption or purchase. These entities must not breed animals, obtain them for compensation, or be located on the same premises as a breeder or animal broker.

Texas HB3458 prohibits pet stores from selling dogs and cats, with exceptions for certain entities.

HB3458 amends the Texas Business & Commerce Code to prohibit pet stores from selling dogs and cats. This prohibition applies to dogs and cats obtained by pet stores on or after the effective date of the Act. Pet stores may provide space for certain entities, such as animal control agencies and nonprofit organizations, to showcase animals for adoption or purchase. These entities must not breed animals, obtain them for compensation, or be located on the same premises as a breeder or animal broker.