MO HB332

Requires persons with more than 10 female breeding dogs to provide each dog with sufficient food and water, necessary veterinary care, adequate shelter, sufficient space to turn and stretch, regular exercise, and adequate rest between breeding cycles.

Establishes a maximum of 50 breeding dogs per person, with detailed specifications for indoor floor space (12-30 square feet depending on dog size), outdoor exercise areas, and temperature-controlled housing (45-85 degrees Fahrenheit).

Defines "adequate rest between breeding cycles" as no more than two litters per dog in any 18-month period and requires yearly veterinary examinations and prompt treatment of illness or injury.

Makes violations a Class C misdemeanor for first offense and Class A misdemeanor for subsequent violations; exempts retail pet stores, animal shelters, hobby/show breeders with 10 or fewer female dogs, dog trainers, hunting dogs, and entities licensed under existing law prior to November 2, 2011.

Becomes operative November 2, 2011, and does not limit the number of dogs that may be owned when not used for breeding purposes.