BAN THE SALE OF ANIMALS IN PET STORES - VICTORIA, BC

PETITION TO BAN THE SALE OF ANIMALS AT RETAIL OUTLETS

Victoria, British Columbia

This is a plea to Victoria, BC’s city councils to follow Richmond, BC’s lead and ban the sale of animals in pet stores.

The ugly truth is, by purchasing an animal from a pet store you are in fact supporting a multi-million dollar a year industry -Animal wholesale.  

The petitioners and residents of the City of Victoria, BC request that the Victoria, City Council take action to:

• Ban on the sale of animals from retail outlets in Victoria, BC

• Ensure that the sale of animals be restricted to qualified registered breeders or that animals are obtained by adoption through recognized rescue organizations and shelters;

• Ensure that detailed information on responsible ownership be provided before sale, including an animal's expected lifespan, growth, dietary and exercise needs and the cost of ownership.

• Require spay/neutering contract be in place before sale from qualified, registered breeders.