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  • Bill – 2024001 – DEKALB COUNTY, GA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

    Summary:

    Proposed Ordinance #2024-0190 would amend Chapter 5 (Animals) of the DeKalb County, GA Code of Ordinances by adding new sections to: (1) Provide for Companion Animal Litter Permits; and (2) Restrict the sale and transfer of dogs and cats.

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  • Bill – 2023001 – HALL COUNTY, GA BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

    Summary:

    Amends Chapter 4 (Animals) of the Hall County, GA Code of Ordinances by adding a new Section 4.10.720 (Restrictions on sale of dogs and cats) to prohibit the sale of dogs and cats in county pet shops.

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  • Bill – 2023002 – GAINESVILEE, GA CITY COUNCIL

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    Ordinance No. 2023-21 amends Title 4 (Public Works & Health), Chapter 4.1 (Animals) of the Gainesville, GA Code of Ordinances by adding a new Section 4-1-151 (Restrictions on the Sale of Dogs and Cats) to prohibit the retail sale of dogs and cats in city pet shops.

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