Business · 18/09/2013Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

US Revises Definition of Retail Pet Stores to Align with Animal Welfare Act

Summary

The US government is revising regulations to ensure consistency with the Animal Welfare Act, bringing more pet animals sold at retail under its protection. The changes narrow the definition of retail pet stores to require in-person animal observation and limit licensing exemptions for certain sellers.

Original source language: Federal Register — Agriculture DepartmentOpen original release →

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