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Texas HB 870 & SB 1989 Will Not Protect Animals but Will Harm Small Businesses
Statement by Pet Advocacy Network President and CEO Mike Bober: “On behalf of the responsible pet care community in Texas and across the country, we call on Texas lawmakers to reject HB 870 and SB 1989, legislation that prohibits the sale of dogs and cats by pet stores. This legislation will do nothing to stop… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Awards Recognize Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Care Community
Orlando, Fla. – March 22, 2023 – Six individuals and organizations have been recognized by the Pet Advocacy Network for their notable achievements towards promoting responsible pet care, advancing animal health and wellbeing, and advocating on behalf of pets. The awards were presented during a reception following the organization’s annual meeting on March 21 in… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Says New York’s Pet Sales Ban Amendments are Meaningless
Statement from Pet Advocacy Network President and CEO Mike Bober: “New York’s statewide pet sales ban needs to be repealed, not revised with meaningless amendments like AB 981 that do nothing to protect pets, pet owners or the small business owners who are now facing the destruction of their livelihoods. Extending the effective date will… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Statement on Santos Fraud Accusations Involving Pets
Statement from Pet Advocacy Network President and CEO Mike Bober: “The responsible pet care community is outraged by recent media reports linking Representative George Santos (R-NY), an entity called ‘Friends of Pets United,’ and potential fraud involving pets and service animals. We are dedicated to helping Americans experience the many mental and physical health benefits… Learn More
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Economic Impact of American Pet Sector Grows to Over $260 Billion
New Data Validates the Power of Pets to the U.S. Economy Coral Gables, Fla. – Jan. 31, 2023 – New data has been revealed showing that the pet sector contributed $260.5 billion directly and indirectly to the U.S. economy and accounted for a net contribution to the annual gross domestic product (GDP) of $174.67 billion… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Condemns New York Pet Store Sales Ban
Statement from Pet Advocacy Network President and CEO Mike Bober: “By signing S.1130/A.4283 into law today, New York Governor Hochul has destroyed the livelihoods of law-abiding small business owners and removed longstanding legal protections for animals and for families who adopt puppies, kittens and rabbits. Eliminating the state’s most highly regulated and inspected pet source—the… Learn More
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