Columbus regulates pet stores under CCC §2327 with humane-care obligations, and Ohio's commercial dog-breeder law (ORC Chapter 956) sets state-level licensing for high-volume breeders supplying retail outlets, though Columbus has not enacted a retail-pet-sale ban.
Pet stores in Columbus must comply with general animal-welfare provisions in CCC §2327, including adequate food, water, shelter, ventilation, and veterinary care. Ohio Revised Code Chapter 956 requires high-volume breeders, brokers, and retail pet stores selling dogs to be licensed and inspected by the Ohio Department of Agriculture, with point-of-sale disclosure of breeder information. Unlike some Ohio cities, Columbus has not banned retail sale of commercially bred dogs, cats, and rabbits, though advocacy efforts continue. Stores sourcing from rescues or shelters may display partner adoption animals on a non-commercial basis. CMACC inspects on complaint when conditions appear unsafe or unsanitary.
Selling unlicensed dogs, falsifying breeder disclosures, or maintaining inadequate caging can result in ODA license revocation, CCC §2327 cruelty charges, and civil penalties under ORC Chapter 956.
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