AN ACT relating to the sale of dogs and cats.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 258 to define terms; prohibit retail pet shops from selling dogs or cats unless the animal was obtained from an animal shelter or qualified breeder; prohibit retail pet shops from selling a dog or cat that is less than eight weeks old, or selling a dog or cat to anyone under the age of eighteen; prohibit local governments from passing ordinances that conflict with this Act; amend KRS 258.990 to establish a penalty for a violation.

Introduced: February 11, 2025

Last action: March 5, 2025

2nd Reading, To Rules

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This bill would set new rules for retail pet shops in Kentucky, requiring them to source any dogs or cats they sell from animal shelters or breeders who meet certain qualifications. It would also ban pet shops from selling animals younger than eight weeks old or selling to anyone under 18, and it would prevent local governments from passing conflicting local rules. Who it may affect: pet shop owners, animal shelters, breeders, and Kentuckians who purchase pets from retail stores.

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