Because
Pets
Matter.

Rhode Island Current published an op-ed warning that proposed legislation to ban pet stores from selling parrots and other psittacine birds could eliminate regulated, transparent sources and push consumers toward unlicensed sellers. The author argues that birds from licensed breeders are raised under established welfare standards and that removing regulated retail channels would reduce oversight, Learn More

The Trentonian published a guest op-ed from two New Jersey pet store owners warning that proposed legislation to ban retail pet sales could eliminate consumer protections and push families toward unregulated online sellers. The authors argue that repealing the state’s Pet Purchase Protection Act and closing regulated businesses would reduce transparency, increase scams, and leave Learn More

Canine Culture, an international publication with readers in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom, recently highlighted the rise in holiday pet scams and offered guidance to help families avoid fraudulent sellers. The article notes that scammers often exploit emotional purchases and warns that families should take time to verify sources, visit facilities Learn More