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Ark. Code Ann. § 4-97-101 Title
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This chapter may be cited as the “Arkansas Retail Pet Store Consumer Protection Act of 1991”.
Ark. Code Ann. § 4-97-102 Legislative intent
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It is the purpose of this chapter to require certain guarantees from retail pet stores to the purchasers of dogs and cats that are consistent with their unique status as companions rather than commodities. A further purpose is to provide a means by which it can be ensured that th…
Ark. Code Ann. § 4-97-103 Definitions
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(1) For the purposes of this chapter:(1) “Animal” means a dog or cat of any age;(2) “Authorized person” means the Secretary of the Department of Health or his or her delegate, or any law enforcement officer;(3) “Cattery” means an enterprise wherein or whereon the business of groo…
Ark. Code Ann. § 4-97-104 Registration required
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(a) (1) Any person who owns, operates, or establishes a retail pet store within the State of Arkansas shall register, by reporting in writing to the Secretary of the Department of Health:(A) The name of the retail pet store;(B) The location of each housing facility for animals ow…