Las Vegas Unanimously Approves New Animal Cruelty Laws

The Las Vegas City Council has unanimously passed two new ordinances aimed at curbing animal cruelty, specifically addressing issues of animal abandonment and hoarding. The first ordinance limits the number of animals that can be sold by pet shops or breeders to a single person or household annually, with fines imposed for violations. The second ordinance increases the penalty for abandoning pets to $1,000, motivated by high-profile cruelty cases like that of Reba the Bulldog. This legislative move follows advocacy from rescue groups, highlighting the significant costs and challenges of caring for neglected animals. Both measures are seen as crucial steps in promoting animal welfare and preventing future cruelty incidents in the city. These changes reflect growing concerns over animal welfare and the need for stricter regulations to protect animals from neglect and abuse.