Florida
Updates about legal issues facing animals in the state
The Animal Legal Defense Fund works at the federal, state, territory, 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. Animal Protection Laws Ranking 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, 2025.
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Recent Victories
Challenging Backyard Butchers in Florida
Danice Echgelmeier v. Roman Hernandez
The Animal Legal Defense Fund filed a lawsuit to shut down four black market backyard slaughter operations outside of Fort Myers, Florida.
Ending Greyhound Racing in Florida
Amendment 13 – public vote
The end of the Florida greyhound racing industry ensures that thousands of dogs will no longer be subjected to cruelty in the name of entertainment.
Animal Legal Defense Fund 2025 Animal Protection Laws Ranking Report
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