Bill > H2146

This bill aims to protect pets by regulating the care and sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits in Massachusetts. It amends existing laws to require pet shops, organizations, breeders, and brokers to provide health records and official certificates for any animals sold or placed in the state. The bill also prohibits the purchase or sale of animals from breeders or brokers with certain licensing issues or recent animal welfare violations. Additionally, it outlines procedures for declaring an animal "unfit for sale" and the remedies available to buyers in such cases. The bill also mandates the microchipping of sold or placed animals and prohibits the sale or placement of animals at certain public locations. The bill takes effect 90 days after passage.

Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2146