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Clark council introduces ordinance to bar retail sale of dogs, cats and rabbits; public hearing set for Oct. 20
Summary
The Township Council introduced ordinance 25-29 to prohibit retail pet stores from selling dogs, cats and rabbits and to shift kennel/pet-shop licensing; supporters including animal-welfare advocates urged the measure during public comment. The council voted to introduce the ordinance and scheduled a public hearing for Oct. 20.
The Township of Clark Council on Monday introduced ordinance 25-29, which would prohibit retail pet stores in Clark from selling dogs, cats and rabbits and change the licensing office for kennels, pet shops, shelters and pounds. The council moved to introduce the measure and approved it on a roll call vote; the public hearing is scheduled for Oct. 20.
The ordinance is designed to reduce demand for animals sourced from commercial breeders and “puppy mill” supply chains, officials said during the meeting. Mayor (unnamed) and several council members expressed support ahead of the vote, and the council voted to place the ordinance on the…
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