Assemblyman Ted Lieu, D-Torrance, authored a bill this term to ban the sale of pets at swap meets, flea markets, and at roadside stands. The bill, AB 1122, was intended to crack down on puppy mills and "backyard breeding," and had the support of the ASPCA and other animal-welfare organizations (such as, no kidding, "Parrots First.")
But there was also strong opposition from such organizations as the California Swap Meet Owners Association and the Northern California Samoyed Fanciers. (And who could say no to that face?)
In the face of such controversy, Schwarzenegger vetoed the measure.
But there was also strong opposition from such organizations as the California Swap Meet Owners Association and the Northern California Samoyed Fanciers. (And who could say no to that face?)In the face of such controversy, Schwarzenegger vetoed the measure.
I am concerned with the scope and the unintended consequences of this bill and that it does not assure the humane and ethical treatment and welfare of animals. This bill has unknown costs associated with the enforcement and implementation of prohibiting the sale of live animals in specified venues and could drive the selling of animals underground or to private sites.Dog dealers rejoice!
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