Yesterday, the Philadelphia City Council approved a three-year moratorium on the breeding of dogs and the sale and transfer of puppies under seven months of age.  See Previous alert. You are strongly encouraged to act now and contact Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and mobilize others to protect responsible breeding and dog ownership in Philadelphia.  Ask […]

On Wednesday, February 18, a Hawaii Senate Committee advanced Senate Bill 2710. This bill seeks to define a dog breeder, set care and conditions for dog breeders, assess regular fees through a licensing system, limit accepted dog breeding practices, and cap total number of dogs allowed to be owned. The bill was heavily amended, reflecting […]

On Monday, February 23, a Colorado House committee will be considering a bill that restricts consumer choice and makes false claims about breeders and pet stores. Colorado residents are strongly encouraged to contact the House Agriculture, Livestock and Water Committee TODAY to express concerns with House Bill 26-1011. (Scroll down for contact information) Summary This […]

Yesterday, the Iowa House Committee on Agriculture approved an amended bill that makes positive changes to the state’s breeder law to benefit hobbyists and home-based breeders currently considered commercial operations in Iowa. House File 2298 will likely be soon considered by the full House of Representatives.  Iowa residents are urged to contact their State Representatives […]

The Virginia Senate has approved a bill to ban “debarking” – a standard veterinary practice also known as bark softening – except when such procedure is necessary to treat or relieve any injury, disease, or congenital defect that is causing or may cause the dog physical pain or harm. Senate Bill 707 banning “debarking” now […]

Today, the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) announced that it is seeking comments from the public regarding appropriate standards for (1) the care of breeding female dogs at dog breeding facilities and (2) exercise and socialization of dogs subject to the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA). Details: […]

The Philadelphia City Council will be holding a final vote on Thursday, February 19, on a three-year moratorium on the breeding, sale, and transfer of puppies under seven months of age in Philadelphia.  See Previous alert. You are strongly encouraged to act now and mobilize others to protect responsible breeding and dog ownership in Philadelphia […]

A Hawaii Senate Committee will consider a bill tomorrow  (Wednesday, February 18, at 9:30 AM), that seeks to define a dog breeder, set care and conditions for dog breeders, assess regular fees through a licensing system, limit accepted dog breeding practices, and cap total number of dogs allowed to be owned. Hawaiian residents are encouraged […]

On Tuesday, February 17, at 1:30 pm, the Arizona Senate Natural Resources Committee will consider Senate Bill 1539 and Senate Bill 1675, both of which impact dog breeders. Those who wish to comment may do so by using the contact information listed below. SB 1539 — Animal Breeders; Dogs; Cats; Taxes This bill imposes arbitrary, […]

Today, the U.S. House Agriculture Committee released its draft language for the 2026 Farm Bill – the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. This measure reauthorizes key U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs for five years and typically serves as a vehicle to address federal priorities in the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA). […]