COLUMBUS, Ohio - Two pieces of legislation have been introduced to regulate pet stores and pet financing in Ohio.

Democratic State Representatives Lauren McNally and Michele Grim introduced two bills to prohibit loans to purchase pets, as well as restore local government authority to regulate the sale of pets.

McNally is quoted in a press release saying with the holidays coming up, these two bills are very relevant.

"If a parent wants to give their child a pet for Christmas, or if someone has just been wanting a pet for a while now, it is an important responsibility. There are some ethical and financial landmines that people will need to navigate, and I'm happy we can bring attention to some predatory practices," McNally said.

One bill will amend the Ohio Revised Code to prohbit retai

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