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HR 2253119th CongressIntroduced
Puppy Protection Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 25, 2025
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
Amends Animal Welfare Act to establish comprehensive humane treatment standards for dogs in commercial breeding.
Key Points
- 1Requires solid flooring, adequate space (12-30 sq ft per dog based on size), and temperature control (45-85°F)
- 2Mandates twice-daily nutritious food, continuous clean water access, and daily exercise with outdoor areas
- 3Requires 30+ minutes daily human and canine socialization and comprehensive veterinary care
- 4Establishes strict breeding limits: max 2 litters in 25 months, 6 in lifetime, age restrictions by breed size
- 5Prohibits stacked enclosures and requires humane placement for retired breeding dogs
Impact Areas
Commercial dog breedersAnimal welfarePuppy mill regulationConsumer protectionVeterinary care standards
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