SOON YOU CANT GET A PUREBRED PUPPY ANYMORE
in some states and counties!
Hard to believe, but you read that correctly. Under the proposal, the state would step in and prevent you from choosing a purebred puppy in for example California or Manatee County, FL.
At issue is Assembly Bill 485, which would eliminate the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits sourced from professional breeders in all pet shops throughout the state. Instead, pet shops would be forced to sell only those animals obtained through shelters or so-called rescues.
The measure is akin to forcing someone to buy a pre-owned car with only vague knowledge of the make and even less knowledge about its history, whether it’s reliable and suits their lifestyle.
People select purpose-bred dogs because they want a specific type of pet. They may be seeking the predictability of a purebred puppy from known and health/temperament-tested parents or the consumer protections provided by state law over dog breeders.
A number of “rescue imports” have been linked to new outbreaks of serious and infectious canine diseases including rabies, bordatella and most recently, canine flu in Los Angeles County!!!
The decision to acquire an appropriate pet is a deeply personal choice. It should be made by the individual — not restricted by government fiat promoted by extremists who seek the end of responsible dog breeding.
https://www.ocregister.com/2017/09/01/losing-your-freedom-to-choose-your-own-dog/
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