
Florida
Updates about legal issues facing animals in the state
The Animal Legal Defense Fund works at the federal, state and local levels to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals.
Animal Protection Laws Ranking
Each year, the Animal Legal Defense Fund publishes its U.S. State Animal Protection Laws Rankings Report. Each state is ranked based on 20 different categories of animal protection.
Florida
Overall Rank: #7 (Top Tier)

Animal Protection Laws of Florida
The Animal Protection Laws of Florida compendium contains the general animal protection and related statutes for Florida with an effective date on or before September 1, 2024.
Legislative Session
Active Legislation

Oppose: An Act Relating to Taking of Bears (Florida)
Active Cases

Challenging a Florida Kitten Breeder’s Cruelty and Fraud
Take Action
Take action now to help animals in your state.

Florida: Help protect black bears today!

Florida: Make one quick call for the animals!

Stop Ag-Gag Laws

No More Puppy Mills

Passing Local Legislation: Retail Pet Sale Ban

Passing Local Legislation: Prohibiting Animals in Circuses and Traveling Shows
Recent Victories

Strengthening Protections Against the Sexual Abuse of Animals (Florida)

Provide Funding for Retired Law Enforcement Dogs’ Veterinary Care (Florida)

Oppose: Pet Protection Act (Florida)

Cross-Reporting Suspected Abuse (Florida)
Animal Legal Defense Fund 2024 State Animal Protection Laws Ranking Report
See the best and worst states for animal protection laws