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Great Apes and the Law: A complete resource for the legal status of the Great Apes within the United States
Michigan State University College of Law

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Colorado Great Ape Laws

Statute Name Citation Summary
CO - Pet Shop - Article 80. Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act   CO ST § 35-80-101 to 17   This Colorado Act regulates pet animal facilities (i.e., shelters, large kennels, and breeders).  The Act covers licensing of the facilities and those activities deemed unlawful, such as selling a kitten or puppy under the age of 8 weeks and refusing a lawful inspection.  

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