Rules Prohibiting Sale of Dogs, Cats and Rabbits by Pet Shops

Rule status: Proposed

Agency: DOHMH

Comment by date: December 5, 2025

Rule Full Text
Ch.-5-NOI_Prohibiting-Sale-of-Dogs-Cats-Rabbits-by-Pet-Shops_11-3-25.pdf

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is proposing to repeal and re-enact Chapter 5 of the Title 24 of the Rules of the City of New York to align with amendments to State and local laws that prohibit pet shops from selling or offering for sale dogs, cats or rabbits. This proposed rule also adds provisions governing the prohibition against the sale or offering for sale of guinea pigs pursuant to local law.

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Mail: New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, 42-09 28th Street, 14th Floor Room/Floor: CN30 ; Long Island City, New York 11101-4132

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Friday Dec 05 - 10:30am EST

Date

December 5, 2025
10:30am - 11:30am EST

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Online comments: 1

Nancy E Elgin

I am writing to thank you for proposing to add guinea pigs to the rule prohibiting the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in New York City. Guinea pigs are sensitive, inquisitive creatures whose lives are just as important as those of the dogs, cats, and rabbits who are also waiting in animal shelters for homes. Adoption is the kindest way for all animals to secure forever homes.

Thank you for making New York City a kinder home for everyone.

Comment added November 6, 2025 8:04am

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