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A major shift in pet ownership laws has taken effect in Western Australia, marking a significant step toward ending puppy farming.
Starting today, pet shops in the state can no longer sell dogs sourced from breeders. Instead, they are only permitted to offer rescue dogs for adoption—and only after securing a permit from their local government.
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The new legislation is designed to crack down on unethical breeding practices and reduce the number of unwanted animals in shelters. Authorities hope the law will encourage more adoptions and help end the cycle of overbreeding and abandonment.
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Pet shops wishing to continue dog adoptions must now partner with registered rescue centres and comply with strict regulations.
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