unlawfulpetselling

noun

UK /ʌnˈlɔːfəl pɛt ˈsɛlɪŋ/

US /ʌnˈlɔfəl pɛt ˈsɛlɪŋ/

Unlawful pet selling is when someone sells animals in a way that breaks the rules.

The shop was closed because of unlawful pet selling.

SYNONYMS

illegal pet trading banned animal sales illicit pet dealing prohibited pet commerce

RELATED WORDS

animal welfare pet shop license wildlife trafficking consumer protection

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Selling pets without the required license or permit.

He was fined for unlawful pet selling after inspectors found no license.

3. Selling protected or banned species as pets.

Officers arrested the trader for unlawful pet selling of endangered birds.

4. Selling sick or unvaccinated animals to buyers.

The market stall was shut down for unlawful pet selling of unwell puppies.