Animals Sold via "Click & Collect" or Home Delivery: Pet Stores Flouting the Law

Alarming Underground Sales Tactics

Using recorded phone calls and hidden camera footage, the Fondation 30 Millions d’Amis has demonstrated that several pet stores hide animals in back rooms, selling them discreetly upon request. Potential buyers can bypass mandatory waiting periods required by law through fraudulent backdating of the certificate of commitment and awareness (CEC).

Internet Becomes a New Hub for Animal Trafficking

Online sales have emerged as a concerning new trend. Websites allow anyone to purchase pets without verifying identities, age, or even meeting the animals first. This extreme commercialization directly contradicts the original purpose of the legislation, which aimed to promote responsible pet ownership.

Authorities Turning a Blind Eye

Despite multiple alerts raised by the Fondation 30 Millions d’Amis, no effective sanctions have yet been imposed. Additionally, there are currently no specific penalties for violating the ban, allowing these pet stores to continue their illegal yet profitable practices without repercussions.

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Mobilization from Legislators and Industry Professionals

Faced with these alarming practices, several politicians, including Aurore Bergé and Arnaud Bazin, are calling for strict enforcement of the law and an end to these irresponsible practices. The National Union of Dog and Cat Professionals (SNPCC) also condemns these actions, clearly opposing both physical and online pet store sales.

Fondation Appeals to Agriculture Minister

Reha Hutin, President of the Fondation 30 Millions d’Amis, has urgently written to Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, demanding immediate action to enforce the law. Reports have also been sent to departmental inspection services to highlight these breaches.

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