PUPPY MILLS

Amends the Animal Welfare Act. Provides that a pet shop operator may only purchase a dog or cat from a dog dealer, large-scale dog breeder, cattery operator, or other pet shop operator that is licensed under the Act or the federal Animal Welfare Act. Provides for the licensure of dog daycare providers, hobby breeders, large-scale breeders, animal shelters, and records-only animal shelters. Places age restrictions on dogs and cats sold by dog breeders or pet shop operators. Requires certain licensees to provide certain specified information concerning the dog or cat upon the request of the purchaser or adopter. Requires the purchaser or adopter to be provided with a "Buying or Adopting a New Pet" pamphlet created by the Department. Provides that by applying to the Department and obtaining a foster home permit, the animal shelter, records-only animal shelter, or animal control facility certifies that the foster home meets the requirements of the Act. Provides that the Department must complete a pre-licensing inspection to determine an applicant's compliance with the Act. Provides any licensee whose license is relinquished, revoked, or placed on suspension for more than 3 months, has one week to relinquish ownership and control of all animals under his or her possession or control to a facility licensed under the Act, with certain exceptions. Provides that the Department may issue a warning instead of a fine if deemed appropriate by the Department. Sets forth the fees for the various licenses under the Act. Defines "adoption", "dog breeder", "dog daycare provider", "female capable of reproduction", "hobby breeder", "large-scale breeder", and "records-only animal shelter". Makes other changes.