SF pet store owners prepare to fight as city plots ban on sale of live animals
San Francisco pet store owners are preparing to oppose a proposed ban on the sale of live animals in city stores, following a recommendation from the SF Animal Commission. Animal rights activists support the ban, arguing it would reduce animal cruelty and overpopulation in shelters, while store owners say it threatens their livelihoods. The commission has recommended the ban to Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Board of Supervisors for approval.
- ▪Dozens of animal rights activists urged the SF Animal Commission to implement a Retail Animal Sales Ban.
- ▪There are currently nine pet stores in San Francisco that sell live animals, while 29 offer only services like grooming and adoptions.
- ▪Existing California laws already prohibit the sale of cats, dogs, rabbits, and several other species in retail stores.
- ▪Pet store owners argue the ban will push buyers to unregulated online markets instead of stopping pet ownership.
- ▪The SF Animal Commission recommended the ban to Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Board of Supervisors for final approval.
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Metro SF pet store owners prepare to fight as city plots ban on sale of live animals By Katie Jerkovich Published May 16, 2026, 9:18 p.m. ET Animal rights activists could soon get their way if officials in San Francisco decide to ban pet stores from selling live animals. Dozens and dozens of animal rights activists this week called on the SF Animal Commission to vote on a Retail Animal Sales Ban that would prohibit stores in the city from selling any live pets. During the commission meeting on Thursday, city leaders heard from proponents who said the ban would stop the “breeding mills” and “wild catching” of animals, like reptiles. The proponents also claim that the ban would stop the neglect of animals, “invasive species,” and would solve the problem of overcrowded shelters and rescues.
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