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Colorado Politics published an opinion piece warning that proposed “puppy prohibition” policies in Colorado could push pet sales into unregulated online markets, increasing fraud risks for families and reducing oversight that protects both animals and consumers. The article argues that eliminating licensed, regulated pet stores does not end irresponsible breeding but instead shifts demand to Learn More

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

The New York Post reports that “America’s favorite dog breeds will disappear in the next decade” — and animal rights activists “couldn’t be happier to see them go.” But Pet Advocacy Network pushed back: “Claims that popular breeds will ‘disappear’ are alarmist and ignore the fact that these dogs live happy, healthy lives when bred Learn More

PETS+ published an opinion column warning that a recent New York court ruling allowing emotional distress damages for the death of a pet could set a precedent that increases legal liability across the pet care sector, raising costs for veterinary care, pet products, shelters, and other animal-related businesses. The piece argues that expanding non-economic damages Learn More