Is Cat Declawing Illegal in California? AB 867, Exceptions and Tenant Rights
California bans non-therapeutic cat declawing statewide under AB 867, effective January 1, 2026. This updated guide explains the medical exception in Business and Professions Code § 4826.8, Veterinary Medical Board enforcement, California tenant protections under Civil Code § 1942.7, and legal alternatives such as nail trimming, scratching posts and temporary claw caps.
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