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Monday, October 13, 2025

Entirely False, Baseless Attack, Says Somerset County Pet Store Of Violations - Patch

GREEN BROOK, NJ — A pet store in Green Brook, Shake A Paw, is responding to the Notices of Violations issued by the Attorney General for violating New Jersey’s Pet Purchase Protection Act (“PPPA”).

"The claims issued today by the New Jersey Attorney General are completely without merit, without basis, and entirely false — a baseless attack built on false allegations," said Jeffrey Morton, Shake A Paw President.

Attorney General Matthew Platkin announced the violations on Thursday to eight pet stores in New Jersey, including Shake A Paw at 12 Route 22 in Green Brook. Read More: Somerset County Pet Store Ordered To Pay $10K For Violating NJ Pet Protection Act: AG

"The so-called 'violations' stem from an inspection conducted over 11 months ago. After almost a year has passed, we still have been unable to meet with the State, despite repeated requests," said Morton. "These allegations are purely administrative in nature and have nothing whatsoever to do with the health and well-being of our beautiful, healthy puppies. A Notice of Violation is not a finding of guilt. It is an allegation — nothing more. We categorically deny these claims and will vigorously contest them."

The violations came following unannounced inspections of the pet stores.

Shake A Paw was issued four violations:

  • Failed to list on the cage or enclosure for each animal in the cage or enclosure a sign listing the place of birth for each animal in cage or enclosure in violation of the Pet Protection Act,...


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