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FL S1356
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Commerce and Tourism
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AI Summary
- Requires the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to develop best management practices for dog breeding, including cage spacing, sanitation guidelines, clean water access, breeding limits, and appropriate shelter for dogs
- Mandates dog breeders register with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, with certificates renewed every 2 years, and establishes a whistleblower program to report violations
- Imposes a 3-day mandatory waiting period between purchase agreement and possession for financed pet sales, with all financing terms disclosed upfront and financing terminated without penalty if the animal is returned due to health issues
- Requires pet dealers to provide medical records before sale, retain records for 7 years, and ensures consumers can recover damages including attorney fees through private civil action for violations
- Establishes penalties for abusive breeding conditions including overcrowding, unsanitary enclosures, lack of clean water, and excessive breeding, with violators placed on a public animal abuser database
Legislative Description
Handling of Animals
Last Action
CS by Commerce and Tourism read 1st time
2/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government2/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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