NJ S419

Prohibits pet shops in New Jersey from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits, though they may still sell other animals and pet supplies, and may partner with shelters to showcase adoptable animals without compensation

Bans animal rescue organizations, shelters, pounds, and pet shops from obtaining cats, dogs, or rabbits from breeders or brokers in exchange for any payment or compensation

Requires veterinary examination and issuance of an animal health history and health certificate when an animal first becomes available for adoption, with re-examination required if the animal remains unadopted after 14 days

Makes it a consumer fraud violation for any breeder or broker to knowingly sell a cat or dog that is "unfit for purchase" (having congenital, hereditary, or pre-existing health conditions), with animal death within 14 days presumed to indicate unfitness

Repeals the existing "Pet Purchase Protection Act" and imposes $500 fines per violation, while requiring all animal rescue organizations to register with the Department of Health