The bill amends Chapter 140 of the General Laws to enhance regulations surrounding animal health inspections, specifically focusing on kennels. It introduces the definition of a "personal breeder kennel," which refers to a collection of three or more intact female dogs kept for breeding and selling their offspring, while excluding personal kennels for private use and commercial breeder kennels. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "kennel" to include "personal breeder kennel."

Furthermore, the bill mandates the Department of Agricultural Resources to establish rules and regulations for both commercial and personal breeder kennels, ensuring proper care standards for the animals, including housing, nutrition, and veterinary care. Inspections of these kennels will be conducted by authorized inspectors, with specific guidelines on notice and compliance. The bill also outlines the process for appealing enforcement actions related to kennel inspections. The department is required to implement these regulations within 18 months of the bill's effective date and provide relevant information to local authorities for enforcement.