""Just like puppy mills, animals that are bred for retail sales often live in filthy, crowded conditions that leave the animals susceptible to illness, suffering and even death," the organization wrote in a letter to the city last year."
"People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals hailed the city's decision as a "significant win, especially for birds who are often captured in nature by animal dealers and smuggled into the U.S. more than any other animal.""
""Animals sold in pet stores come from cruel mills where thousands of animals from bearded dragons to parrots are crammed into cages and tanks," said Liz Cabrera Holtz, the organization's senior program manager."
""Many animals die before reachi"
West Hollywood City Council passed an ordinance prohibiting the retail sale of rabbits, amphibians, arachnids, birds, fish, reptiles and hermit crabs beginning May 1, 2026. The ordinance expands an existing ban that already barred stores from selling dogs and cats. Animals originating from shelters, animal control facilities, humane societies and rescue organizations remain exempt and may still be sold. Animal welfare groups supported the expansion, citing cruel breeding conditions and smuggling of wild-caught species. Some organizations warned the ban could drive black market sales and trafficking. Del Mar is the only other California city with a similar restriction.
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