The country's first statewide ban on the retail sale of puppies, kittens and rabbits from commercial breeders is in effect. (animals.howstuffworks.com)
It's not known what percentage of pet store sales of puppies are dependent on mass - breeding operations. (palmbeachpost.com)
The initiative does not affect individuals who raise hunting dogs, livestock facilities, or animal rescue and shelter operators that are not involved in commercial sale of puppies. (humanesociety.org)