No new stores that sell certain pets will be allowed to open in Manatee County, and existing pet sellers and breeders will face stricter regulations under new rules passed by county leaders Tuesday.

Manatee County has approved a new ordinance that bans new retail pet stores from selling dog s and cats. The County Commission voted unanimously to approve the measure on Tuesday. The move comes after ...

No new stores that sell certain pets will be allowed to open in Manatee County and existing pet sellers and breeders will face stricter regulations under new rules passed unanimously Tuesday by county ...

The Bishop Animal Shelter in Bradenton is set to unveil part of a major $12 million expansion to its animal care facility on Wednesday. This newly improved shelter will become the "primary hub for ...

Manatee County, Florida, has banned new retail pet stores from selling dogs and cats. Existing pet stores face stricter regulations, including limits on relocation and expansion. The ordinance aims to ...