Cruelty to Animals (Protection of Animals) Law (Amendment No. 12) (Ban on Engaging in Breeding and Selling Dogs Without a Permit) Bill
Translated from Hebrew: הצעת חוק צער בעלי חיים (הגנה על בעלי חיים) (תיקון מס' 12) (איסור עיסוק ברבייה ובמכירה של כלבים ללא היתר)
TL;DRA proposal to regulate the breeding and sale of dogs by permit only, and to require dog owners to spay or neuter from age one.
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What does the bill do?
The bill adds sections to the Cruelty to Animals Law setting that breeding and selling dogs or operating a dog breeding facility will require an annual permit from a municipal veterinarian. A permit will be granted only for the needs of service animals for people with disabilities, the needs of the security establishment, or breeding pure breeds in accordance with international guidelines. The bill requires dog owners to spay or neuter a dog that has passed the age of one year, except for permit holders and dogs in the security establishment. In addition, advertising the sale or giving away of dogs without a permit is prohibited. Violating the provisions will be a criminal offense.
The votes on this bill
Coalition 72 seats
Opposition 48 seats
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