Soon shoppers in New York won't be able to pick out a puppy in a pet store window for purchase.
at retail pet stores in an effort to "end the puppy mill-to-pet store pipeline and stop abusive breeders," according to the governor's office.
The law, which takes effect in 2024, also allows pet stores to charge rent to animal rescue groups to use retail space for pet adoptions. "Dogs, cats and rabbits across New York deserve loving homes and humane treatment," Hochul said in a statement. "I'm proud to sign this legislation, which will make meaningful steps to cut down on harsh treatment and protect the welfare of animals across the state."
Animal advocacy and rescue groups have long supported the legislation while pet stores have objected.— Gov. Kathy Hochul"Our undercover investigations have exposed sick puppy sales and cruel practices in New York pet stores, highlighting the need for this historic law," Humane Society CEO Kitty Block said in a statement.
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