Summary
Bass's bill would impose a temporary moratorium on breeding and transferring puppies to ease shelter overcrowding at ACCT Philly; it drew passionate testimony on both sides and was amended before a final vote next week.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
ACCT Philly euthanized over 2,000 animals since 2024 due to space; the bill aims to reduce intake pressure.
Shelter dogs, rescue organizations, and shelter workers facing euthanasia for space.
Responsible hobby breeders, including AKC breeders, say the blanket moratorium would force them out of the city.
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Pennsylvania SPCA releases video of person in abandoned puppies cases after 2 litters found dumped in Philadelphia's Old City
Pennsylvania SPCA releases video of person in abandoned puppies cases after 2 litters found dumped in Philadelphia's Old City 6abc Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL — February 19, 2026
Council passed a temporary ban on breeding and transferring puppies to fight shelter overcrowding — ACCT Philly took over 20,000 animals last year. The AKC asked for the bill to be tabled, arguing zoning rules block small breeders from licensing, but rescue volunteers and an animal-law professor pushed back hard.
CITY COUNCIL — February 12, 2026
Bass's bill would impose a temporary moratorium on breeding and transferring puppies to ease shelter overcrowding at ACCT Philly; it drew passionate testimony on both sides and was amended before a final vote next week.
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