New Colorado law will ban cat and dog sales in pet stores

By: Sara Wilson

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: April 29, 2026

Words: 515

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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Pet stores in Colorado will not be able to sell cats and dogs starting next year under a law signed Wednesday by Gov. Jared Polis.

Supporters hope House Bill 26-1011 will reduce demand for high-volume commercial breeders, sometimes referred to as puppy mills, and encourage would-be pet owners to consider adopting from a shelter or rescue. Over two dozen Colorado cities have similar ordinances in effect.

“Pet stores can still thrive. Communities can still …

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