Green Brook Pet Shop Among Potential Violators of Pet Protection Act

Green Brook, NJ -- A pet store in Green Brook, Shake A Paw, was one of several pet stores to receive a letter from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs for potential violations of the Pet Purchase Protection Act, authorities said Monday.

“Stores that have more than one retail location with multiple violations, had three or fewer animals for sale at the time of the inspection, or whose inspection requires a more detailed review, have been sent letters directing their appearance at executive conferences to discuss inspection violations, implement a compliance plan, and impose a civil penalty,” according to the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs release.

Shake A Paw’s locations on Route 22 West in Green Brook and Route 22 West in Union both received this letter, along with seven other stores.

Additionally, 17 other pet stores across the State were cited by NJ Division of Consumer Affairs for failing to comply with laws designed to protect consumers from purchasing unhealthy pets. Some received as many as 153 violations and other pet stores as few as five.

“Providing consumers with information about the breeder and the animal’s veterinary history allows consumers to make educated choices in purchasing a pet for their family,” said Acting Attorney General John J. Hoffman. “Pet shops that don’t provide this vital information are breaking the law and denying consumers the ability to fully research this important decision.”

Violations cited include a failure to label dogs’ and cats’ cages with each animal’s breeding history, medical background, and other information required under amendments made to the Pet Purchase Protection Act, effective earlier this year.

• For a full list of the pet stores with violations and those with letters CLICK HERE.

(Photo, Google Maps: Shake A Paw in Green Brook)