The New York Puppy Mill Pipeline Law prohibits the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in New York pet stores.
Where do pet store puppies come from?
Puppies sold in pet stores typically come from commercial breeding operations known as “puppy mills” that are designed to prioritize profit over the well-being of animals. Dogs in these facilities who are used for breeding puppies often spend their entire lives in wire crates without adequate shelter, veterinary care, food or socialization.
Cruel breeders rely on a pipeline of dog brokers, auctions and transporters to ship their dogs from puppy mills to pet shops throughout the nation.
Why was New York’s law changed?
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a law prohibiting the retail sale of dogs, cats and rabbits, which went into effect on December 15, 2024. This groundbreaking legislation will stop the flow of cruelly bred puppies to New York State’s pet stores.
What does this mean for families looking for a pet?
This legislation does not impact responsible breeders who sell the dogs they breed directly to families, and it does not impact animal shelters or rescue organizations.
