Anti-Puppy Farm Legal Clinic
Find out more about our clinic and apply below.
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The Animal Law Institute established the Anti-Puppy Farm Legal Clinic to hold unscrupulous breeders accountable and send a clear message to the pet farming industry: you won’t get away with it.
The Animal Law Institute can provide free legal services to Victorian residents in certain situations who have purchased a domestic pet from a person or entity and later discovered the pet has an underlying health condition that was not disclosed by the seller prior to the sale.
Our lawyers can help you understand your options and how to take legal action against people breeding and selling sick animals.
Video: Nala’s Case from our Our Work.
Eligibility Criteria
Before you apply, please see the below criteria to ensure that you’re eligible:
You’re a Victorian Resident.
You purchased a domestic pet from a breeder or a pet store (please note that the Animal Law Institute may not be able to assist in taking action against a pet rescue group).
You did not intend to breed the pet.
The pet had an underlying health condition that was not disclosed to you prior to the sale.
You are not already legally represented in relation to this matter.
Ready to Apply?
Please submit a new enquiry via the button below (the form opens in a new tab or window), and a member of the Animal Law Institute will get back to you within five working days.
Please note: only applications that satisfy the eligibility criteria (above) and provide the required information will be assessed.
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The Anti-Puppy Farm Legal Clinic is supported by the Victorian Government.
The Animal Law Institute also thanks our generous donors who have made this clinic possible.
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The suffering and exploitation of millions of animals in Australia is legal and happens daily because of cruel, inadequate and inconsistent laws.
Your donation will help us work to end this suffering and exploitation.