New York to ban sale of dogs, cats & rabbits at pet stores in 2024

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The action aims to halt the supply of pets coming from so-called puppy mills.

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According to Hochul, all dogs, cats, and bunnies in New York should have loving homes and humane treatment.

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While some pet-related firms expressed worry that it would hurt honest businesspeople in the sector.

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