This bill proposes several updates to the existing statutes regarding pet dealers in Arizona. It maintains the current civil penalties for violations, specifically setting them at $1,000 for a first violation, $2,500 for a second violation within five years, and $5,000 for subsequent violations. The bill also clarifies that a person may seek injunctive relief against a pet store or dealer violating specific sections of the law. Additionally, it emphasizes that the state or local jurisdictions can enforce these regulations, while removing previous language that allowed cities, towns, or counties to enact their own ordinances against pet dealers.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new requirements for pet dealers regarding the sourcing of dogs and cats. It mandates that pet dealers must not obtain animals from individuals with recent violations of the Animal Welfare Act and requires them to submit records to the Arizona Department of Agriculture, including inspection reports related to the acquisition of animals. The bill also specifies that pet dealers must display detailed information about the source of the animals they sell, including the breeder's name and USDA license number, thereby enhancing transparency and accountability in the pet sales process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 44-1799.08, 44-1799.10, 44-1799.11