Pet Store Rules: Fitchburg vs Madison
How do pet store rules rules compare between Fitchburg, WI and Madison, WI?
Fitchburg, WI
Dane County
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Madison, WI
Dane County
Madison Ch. 9 restricts retail pet stores from selling commercially bred dogs and cats, requiring shelter or rescue partnerships. State law Wis. Stat. ch. 173 governs animal welfare standards and humane transport for retail facilities.
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| Fact | Fitchburg | Madison |
|---|---|---|
| Sourcing limit | - | Shelter/rescue only |
| State disclosure | - | Wis. Stat. §173.41 |
| Inspector | - | PHMDC plus DCHS |
| Affected species | - | Dogs, cats, rabbits |
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Fitchburg FAQ
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Madison FAQ
Can Madison pet stores still sell puppies?
Only puppies sourced from shelters, rescues, or hobby breeders can be sold retail; commercial puppy-mill sourcing is barred under Ch. 9 humane-sourcing provisions.
Do these rules apply to fish and reptiles?
No, the sourcing restriction targets dogs, cats, and rabbits; fish, reptiles, and small mammals follow general state pet-dealer rules under Wis. Stat. ch. 173.
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