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NY S07432
Bill
Status
Passed
12/17/2014
Primary Sponsor
David Valesky
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AI Summary
- Amends agriculture and markets law and general business law to require pet dealers to have a licensed veterinarian examine dogs AND cats within five business days of receipt but before sale
- Veterinary examination must include tests appropriate to the animal's age and breed to detect medical conditions that adversely affect health
- For animals eighteen months of age or older, examination must include diagnosis of any congenital conditions that adversely affect the animal's health
- Animals diagnosed with contagious disease must be treated and caged separately from healthy animals
- Act takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Requires a veterinary examination of all cats prior to their sale to determine if the animal has any adverse medical conditions.
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.528
12/17/2014
Committee Referrals
Rules6/18/2014
Agriculture5/14/2014
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