Bill > A05721

This bill requires shelters, pounds, and dog protective associations to develop a standardized disclosure form when an owner surrenders a dog. The form must capture specific details about the dog, including the reason(s) for surrender, whether the dog has been officially classified as dangerous, any history of aggressive behavior or biting incidents, and any other relevant information the owner believes could impact the dog's future placement. The shelter or association must then maintain this form and disclose its contents to any prospective adopters or future caretakers of the dog. This legislation aims to provide transparency and critical background information about a dog's history and behavior, which could help potential adopters make more informed decisions and potentially prevent future incidents involving dogs with known behavioral issues. The bill will go into effect 60 days after becoming law, giving shelters and organizations time to develop and implement the required disclosure form.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5721