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CA Governor vetoes microchipping mandate by shelters

CA Governor vetoes microchipping mandate by shelters



Illinois passes bill requiring shelters to scan impounded animals for microchips within 24 hours of intake

Illinois passes bill requiring shelters to scan impounded animals for microchips within 24 hours of intake



New regulations for Oklahoma breeders

Oklahoma mandates veterinary exams in commercial breeding operations



Glendale, CA bans retail sale of pets

Glendale City Council voted unanimously in favor of an ordinance to ban the retail sale of commercially bred dogs and cats in pet stores within the city limits.



Illinois passes SB 1372

Illinois creates the Good Samaritan Medical Equipment Donor Act