Pinellas commissioners vote to approve new pet retail store regulations

Pinellas commissioners vote to approve new pet retail store regulations

Pinellas County commissioners voted on Tuesday to approve new regulations for retail pet stores.

County increases pet store oversight after puppy deaths

Pinellas County’s five remaining pet stores will face additional regulatory oversight after an investigation uncovered dozens of unreported puppy deaths. However, some commissioners believe the new rules unfairly target compliant retailers. ​Commissioners unanimously approved the regulations and penalties Tuesday night following nearly two hours of ardent debate. They will also consider removing… Source