FL S1614

Require veterinary certificates for dogs and cats offered for sale in Florida to be prepared by veterinarians licensed in the animal's state of origin, not just accredited by USDA.

Reduce veterinary examination timeframe from 30 days to 15 days before sale or transfer of the animal, and add testing requirements for bordetella, coccidiosis, giardia, and ear mites on certificates.

Mandate display of official veterinary certificates at retail pet stores and on websites selling dogs or cats, and require disclosure of breeder information including USDA and state license numbers for other sales methods.

Prohibit the knowing misrepresentation of a dog or cat's origin and ban sales of dogs and cats on highways, right-of-ways, flea markets, parking lots, parks, and public recreational areas, with exceptions for shelters and adoption events.

Establish criminal penalties for violations, including second-degree misdemeanor for standard violations, and first-degree misdemeanor for violations causing animal suffering or for repeat offenses.