puppies
- Virginia Bill HB 1238 Draws Support for Local Pet Shop Puppy Sale Rules
Advocates testify that House Bill 1238 would give Virginia localities flexibility to regulate puppy sales in pet shops, following models already used in eight other states including Maryland.
- Delegate Shin Advances HB 1238 to Strengthen Local Pet Shop Oversight
Virginia lawmaker introduces permissive legislation enabling localities to enact ordinances addressing pet shop animal mistreatment and enforcement gaps.