Overview
- The package includes AB 506, AB 519, SB 312 and AB 867, aimed at curbing deceptive pet sales and strengthening cat welfare protections.
- AB 506 requires pet sellers to disclose an animal’s origin and health information and voids contracts that include nonrefundable deposits.
- AB 519 bans third-party and online pet brokers from selling cats, puppies and rabbits bred by others for profit in California.
- SB 312 requires dog importers to file electronic health certificates with the California Department of Food & Agriculture within 10 days, with records available upon request.
- The laws follow a Los Angeles Times investigation into reseller networks, take effect January 1, 2026, and were backed by the San Diego Humane Society.