California pet stores are only allowed to sell animals from shelters.
This animal protection law is about cats, dogs, and rabbits. Now pet stores are obligated to show the papers that state the origin of a certain animal. If an animal is not from a shelter or a non-profit organization, the sellers will have to pay a fine. Also, around the entire country, there are programs popping up that will teach animals tricks that will make them more appealing for potential owners.