Debra, they are not so much limited to the number of dogs they can own, but over a certain number are required to have licensing, minimal kennel specifications, pay fees, be subject to inspection, etc. Requirements that could bring closer scrutiny and exposure to their dirty little business and possible jail time for their crimes. They are dumping dogs now, bc the law took affect after the first of the year.
The bigger commercial type puppymills will not be as affected, bc most of them will pay the fees, probably already provide close to the minimal kennel requirements and will take their chances on inspection. Okla. is notorious for being lax with inspections, whether it involves children in DHS, restaurants/commercial kitchens, and now kennels. I'm in hopes inspections will not be just an empty threat with this legislation though.
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