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Council bans retail sale of dogs and cats; ordinance passes 6-1
Summary
On first reading the council approved an ordinance to prohibit retail sale and possession of dogs and cats in Westminster; advocates from Humane Society groups urged the change citing breeder/supplier abuses and consumer protections. The ordinance passed on a 6-1 vote.
Westminster City Council passed on first reading Councilor’s Bill 26 on Aug. 25, an ordinance amending the municipal code to prohibit the retail sale and possession of dogs and cats in the city.
Amy Jesse, identified as Public Policy Director for Humane World for Animals, urged support and provided background on the rationale. Jesse told the council the ordinance would not affect existing local pet stores because none…
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