Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB526

Introduced
3/17/23  

Caption

In licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for requirements for kennels.

Impact

If passed, HB526 would enhance the regulatory framework surrounding the sale of dogs through pet shops and kennels. By requiring the disclosure of detailed information about the animals, the bill aims to increase accountability among breeders and sellers, ensuring that only properly licensed and cared-for dogs are sold. The amendments are viewed favorably by animal welfare advocates who argue that such measures could mitigate issues related to puppy mills and promote better care standards for bred animals.

Summary

House Bill 526 seeks to amend the existing Dog Law in Pennsylvania, specifically targeting the requirements for kennels and pet shops. The bill mandates that any dog offered for sale by a pet shop must have certain detail displayed on its cage, including breed, age, and medical treatment history. This change aims to promote transparency regarding the origins and health of dogs sold in these venues, thereby helping potential pet owners make informed decisions.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB526 appears to be predominantly positive from animal welfare advocacy groups and concerned citizens who believe in greater oversight of animal sales. These stakeholders see the bill as a necessary step toward enhancing the protection of dogs and ensuring proper health standards. However, there may be some opposition from pet shop owners and breeders who could view the requirements as burdensome or potentially harmful to their business operations.

Contention

One notable point of contention regarding HB526 could stem from the implications it has for small pet shops and breeders. While the bill aims to protect animals and ensure informed purchasing, some vendors feel that the compliance requirements may impose financial or logistical challenges that could hinder their ability to operate. The balance between animal welfare and the rights of businesses in this sector presents a challenge that can be expected to feature prominently in discussions as the bill progresses.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB2354

In short title and definitions, further providing for definitions; in licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for kennels, for requirements for kennels, for revocation or refusal of kennel licenses and for health certificates for importation; and, in enforcement and penalties, further providing for rules and regulations.

PA HB693

In licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for requirements for kennels; and abrogating a regulation.

PA HB2413

In short title and definitions, further providing for definitions; in licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for kennels, for requirements for kennels, for revocation or refusal of kennel licenses and for health certificates for importation; and, in enforcement and penalties, further providing for rules and regulations.

PA HB549

In licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for requirements for kennels; and abrogating a regulation.

PA HB846

In short title and definitions, further providing for definitions; in licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for kennels; and imposing penalties.

PA SB746

In short title and definitions, further providing for definitions; in licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for issuance of dog licenses, compensation, proof required, deposit of funds, records, license sales, rules and regulations, failure to comply, unlawful acts and penalty, for applications for dog licenses, fees and penalties, for kennels, for requirements for kennels, for revocation or refusal of kennel licenses, for dogs temporarily in the Commonwealth and for health certificates for importation; in offenses of dogs, further providing for dog bites and detentions and isolation of dogs; in dangerous dogs, further providing for court proceedings, certificate of registration and disposition, for requirements, for public safety and penalties and for construction of article; in injury to dogs, further providing for selling, bartering or trading dogs; in enforcement and penalties, further providing for enforcement of this act by the secretary and provisions for inspections and for enforcement and penalties; in sterilization of dogs and cats, further providing for definitions; and imposing penalties.

PA HB1322

In short title and definitions, further providing for definitions; in licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for issuance of dog licenses, compensation, proof required, deposit of funds, records, license sales, rules and regulations, failure to comply, unlawful acts and penalty, for applications for dog licenses, fees and penalties, for kennels, for requirements for kennels, for revocation or refusal of kennel licenses, for dogs temporarily in the Commonwealth and for health certificates for importation; in offenses of dogs, further providing for dog bites and detentions and isolation of dogs; in dangerous dogs, further providing for court proceedings, certificate of registration and disposition, for requirements, for public safety and penalties and for construction of article; in injury to dogs, further providing for selling, bartering or trading dogs; in enforcement and penalties, further providing for enforcement of this act by the secretary and provisions for inspections and for enforcement and penalties; in sterilization of dogs and cats, further providing for definitions; and imposing penalties.

PA HB1319

In licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for revocation or refusal of kennel licenses and providing for prohibition on sale of dogs bred by certain persons; and, in enforcement and penalties, providing for whistleblower protection.

PA SB702

In licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for revocation or refusal of kennel licenses and providing for prohibition on sale of dogs bred by certain persons; and, in enforcement and penalties, providing for whistleblower protection.

PA HB1052

In licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for service dogs and dogs used by municipal or State Police departments.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.