Prohibits the declawing and descenting of ferrets

This bill prohibits declawing (removing claws) and descenting (surgically removing anal glands) ferrets in New York State, except when necessary for a ferret's medical health and performed by a licensed veterinarian. It directly affects ferret owners, breeders, and veterinarians by banning these procedures for cosmetic or convenience reasons. The law includes a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for violations and defines "therapeutic purpose" to exclude non-medical reasons like ease of handling. The bill takes immediate effect upon enactment.