North Kingstown Bans Pet Store Sales | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

North Kingstown is considering a bold new rule that would ban pet stores from selling dogs and cats, aiming to redirect pet ownership toward adoption—while sparing shelters and rescues. The push stems from a heated town council debate sparked by The Fish Bowl, a local store selling puppies, after officials questioned its licensing for overnight stays. Critics call commercial pet sales outdated and potentially cruel, while store owners insist they comply with all regulations and source puppies from certified breeders—not puppy mills. The proposal, still under review, could reshape how…