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ILLINOIS
(Professions And Occupations – Food And Agriculture – Animal Welfare Act)
225 Ill. Comp. Stat. §605/3.1 Information on dogs and cats for sale |
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Requires pet shop
operators, cattery operators, and dog
dealers to provide for every dog or cat available for sale:
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The age, sex, weight, and breed;
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Record of vaccinations, vet care and
treatment;
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Record of surgical sterilization;
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Name and address of breeder; and
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Name and address of any other person who
owned or harbored the animal between birth and sale. |
As per 225 Ill. Comp.
Stat. §605/20: Class C Misdemeanor: Maximum imprisonment 30 days;
Maximum fine of $2500. |
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(Professions And
Occupations – Food And Agriculture – Animal Welfare Act) 225 Ill. Comp.
Stat. §605/2.2 Sale of puppy or kitten; records |
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Prohibits dealers,
kennel operators and cattery operators from selling puppies and kittens
before 8 weeks old (if separated from their mothers).
Requires
dealers/licensees to maintain records of the origin and sale of all dogs
and make the records available for inspection by the Agriculture
Department.
[See the
statute for provisions relating to dog pedigrees and guard dog records.] |
As per 225 Ill. Comp.
Stat. §605/20: Class C Misdemeanor: Maximum imprisonment 30 days;
Maximum fine of $2500.
As per 225 Ill. Comp.
Stat. §605/10: License revocation or suspension, or denial of
license, or temporary cessation of operations. |
