HB 539 Ohio House · 135th Legislature (2023-2024)

Revise the law governing high volume dog breeders

This bill updates the legal definitions and care standards for high-volume dog breeders in Ohio, targeting facilities that house six or more breeding dogs and sell significant numbers of puppies or adult dogs. It establishes specific requirements for animal welfare, including daily veterinary-approved nutrition, unlimited clean water, and spacious enclosures that allow dogs to move freely and turn in complete circles. The legislation also mandates that floors be solid or consist of specific slat dimensions to ensure hygiene and safety, while defining terms like "high volume breeder" and "animal rescue" to clarify which entities are subject to these new rules.
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May 2024
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Introduced May 14, 2024 Last action May 21, 2024
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