Legislation

Philadelphia City Council Moves Quickly to Halt Puppy Mill Activity in the City

Philadelphia Pet Owners Left Wondering: Can I Still Buy a Pup in the City?" A proposed ban on puppy mills would limit where dogs are bred and sold locally, affecting hundreds of pet shops and breeders.

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City Council proposed tightening animal ownership regulations, revising 'Animals' chapter in Philadelphia Code.

Philadelphia's pet ownership laws are getting a major overhaul as city lawmakers aim to clarify definitions and responsibilities for dog and cat owners, including a new age threshold for adult animals.

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Raccoon Reporting Required in Philadelphia Under New City Ordinance

Philadelphia Parents Left Scrambling as Schools Consider Late Start Times, Proposed Bill Would Give Educators More Flexibility on Mornings. A new city council proposal aims to let schools adjust start times by 30 minutes, affecting thousands of students across the city.

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New License Requirement for High-Risk Breeds Takes Effect in Philadelphia as City Aims to Boost Public Safety

Dog owners of certain breeds must now obtain a special license and tag from the Department of Licenses and Inspections, as City Council seeks to boost public safety. The new requirement targets Pit Bulls and Rottweilers, among others, considered high-risk breeds.

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Council sought to restrict off-premises dog walking with muzzle requirement

Loose dogs citywide are now required to wear a muzzle off their owners' property, while "vicious" dogs must stay confined on-site with warning signs, carrying fines of up to $300 for violators.

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