California Cat Declawing Ban 2026: AB 867, Los Angeles Rules, Penalties & Landlord Rights
California's statewide feline declawing restriction took effect January 1, 2026 under AB 867 — not AB 1230. This updated guide explains Business and Professions Code §4826.8, the therapeutic-purpose exception, Veterinary Medical Board discipline and penalty limits, the City of Los Angeles' older local ordinance, California landlord protections under Civil Code §1942.7, and evidence-based alternatives to declawing.
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