SB 1190 Pennsylvania Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act providing for prohibited and required actions regarding pet shop-kennels for dogs, cats and rabbits; imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture; and imposing penalties.

SB 1190, the Pet Shop-Kennel Act, regulates facilities housing dogs, cats, or rabbits for compensation, including boarding kennels and dealers who sell or transfer these animals. It requires all such facilities to provide adequate shelter from weather and temperature extremes, and mandates the Department of Agriculture to enforce these standards. The bill imposes penalties for violations, such as operating without compliance, and specifically excludes veterinary facilities, grooming centers, and owner-held events like shows. It directly affects pet shops, boarding facilities, and animal dealers in Pennsylvania. The law establishes clear operational requirements for these businesses without specifying new funding or programs.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 27, 2026 Last action Feb 27, 2026
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Feb 27, 2026
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