Animal activists applauded after hearing the 4-3 vote. The Puppyland owner said he feels targeted since his business has to shut down due to the ordinance.
The ordinance enacted on Tuesday impacted one pet store in the city — Puppyland.applauded after hearing the 4-3 vote. The Puppyland owner said he feels targeted since his business has to shut down due to the ordinance.
In a statement, Puppyland co-owner Justin Kerr said, “These draconian policies limit choice and create an unsavory black market.” Kerr said Puppyland purchases from licensed breeding facilities. He said his business does not source from puppy mills.“These ordinances do nothing to curb the tide of unwanted dogs and cats; nor do they contribute to New Braunfels’ issue of being unable to adopt pets. These draconian policies limit choice and create an unsavory black market.
Going forward, pet stores will have to keep a record of where pets are sourced from, such as shelters, for at least one year.Camelia Juarez is a news reporter at KSAT 12. She joined the station in 2022. Camelia comes from a station in Lubbock, Texas. Now, she is back in her hometown. She received her degree from Texas State University. In her free time, Camelia enjoys thrifting, roller-skating and spending time with family and friends.
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