Governor Edward G. Rendell has signed into law legislation that will help Pennsylvania to rid its reputation as the ‘Puppy Mill Capitol of the East.’

House Bill 2525, now Act 119, will greatly improve the treatment dogs receive while in commercial kennels. Under the old law, dogs could spend their entire lives in cramped, stacked cages with no opportunity to exercise and very little care. But no more. Now, dogs will benefit from larger cage sizes without wire flooring, and mandatory exercise periods and care by a trained veterinarian.

These improvements will help to ensure that the pets families one day welcome into their home will be happier and healthier.