It is illegal for an owner to allow any animal to trespass on the private property of another. It is also illegal for any person to allow pets, other than cats, to be at large on public property. (Cats are allowed to be at large on public property, but not trespass on private property.)

WHAT THE MEASURE DOES: Prohibits retail pet store from offering to sell or selling dogs or cats. Specifies exceptions. Provides that violation is subject to civil penalty not to exceed $500.

There are more than 10,000 puppy mills in the U.S., most of which market themselves as “USDA approved” “small family breeders.” Despite what they may tell you, most (if not all) pet stores sell puppy mill puppies, and most (if not all) commercial breeders house parent dogs in conditions most people would consider ...

As a general rule, animals – including dogs – are considered personal property. As such, a city wishing to regulate animals within its jurisdiction is empowered to do so under the city's police power.