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DeSantis Moves to Shut Down Puppy Mills in Florida

Florida is taking aim at puppy mills β€” and the governor says it’s time to hold abusive breeders accountable. Here’s what his new plan means for dogs, shelters, and pet stores statewide.

Governor Ron DeSantis has unveiled a sweeping proposal to crack down on abusive puppy mills and strengthen protections for dogs across Florida. The plan calls for statewide breeder licensing, tougher penalties for animal abusers, a new hotline to report mistreatment, and requirements for pet stores to prioritize shelter adoptions as overcrowding reaches crisis levels.

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