2007-02-05 22:31:26 · 20 answers · asked by betty biscuit 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Hi there...it depends on local jurisdictional laws as in some countries it is an acceptable practice where in many other countries it isn't because this could cause back yard breeding to increase. Most cats/kittens that are sold in pet stores in the USA work in conjunction with shelters and rescues so those are felines that are not from back yard breeders.
2007-02-05 22:43:59 · answer #1 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Where in the world, In uk the last time I saw a kitten in a pet shop was about 21 years ago and I named her Cloe after I paid 3 pound for her, never seen or heard of kittens in pet shops since then
2007-02-06 07:18:57 · answer #2 · answered by charlie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is legal, however only after the local authorities have inspected the shop and issued a license to sell livestock... The shop is then inspected periodically to make sure all livestock is being kept in satisfactory conditions.....
The shop is also required to display the said license... Whether its right or wrong is another issue altogether!!!
2007-02-05 23:49:02 · answer #3 · answered by EZ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any reputable pet shop will not sell kittens, because of the simple fact, to many are abandoned later when the are not kittens anymore.
Your best bet to get a kitten is to go to your local animal shelter, they have many to chose from.
Hope this helps.
2007-02-05 23:23:53 · answer #4 · answered by eyes_of_iceblue 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
no pet shops can sell wate theay like as long as theay are not braking the lar but i do think that the pets should be sold in a lot bigger place then pet shops
2007-02-05 23:43:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the one who makes such a grievous fault, has got no feelings towards any ones sentiments be it a human being or an animal. This should be really stopped and I suggest that if u see anyone doing that, then even you should go and explain that person as to what kind of a fault he is about to commit.
2007-02-05 23:37:46 · answer #6 · answered by pri 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is legal, but the bad thing is that sometimes a kid will come in, (even adults) and they get one without thinking because they think that they are cute. However they do not take in account that this kitten will be part of their family and need the same care that a child would need as far as shots, feeding, Vet visits, and so on, and they ARE NOT prepared to do this. They buy them without thinking in the long run of the commitment they have to do, and the poor babies end up in a Shelter or dropped off somewhere beside the road to starve or freeze in the Winter. Please if you are thinking about getting one, and you do not know how to care for them to take in account your responsibility that you MUST be able to provide, IF you know someone who is going to get a Kitty, PLEASE educate them as to what THEY must do. Thanks from the bottom of my heart for giving one a home if you are going to Adopt. I would also like to recommend that if you are going to get a Kitty, to get on from the Shelter and give it a good home, and you would be saving the Kitty's life also.
2007-02-05 22:41:21 · answer #7 · answered by Ex Head 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
No.In the uk its against the law to cage kittens/cats in pet shops.
2007-02-05 22:33:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
First of all it is not illegal to cage a cat. and pet shops can sell them providing they have a licence from their local authority.
Cats are caged in cat shows and should be while travelling in Cars.
watch the negatives now.
2007-02-07 00:35:58 · answer #9 · answered by yahooisawastofspaceremoveme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It used to be, pet shops used to be licensed by the local authority. That might have been changed. They are also subject to on the spot checks by the RSPCA. Check with your local council and RSPCA if you're concerned about welfare and conditions.
2007-02-05 23:29:08 · answer #10 · answered by sarah c 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋