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This opportunity is a request for public input from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), USDA, regarding standards for the care of breeding female dogs and requirements for exercise and socialization of dogs under the Animal Welfare Act. - Government Buyer: - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Purpose: - Soliciting comments and information to inform potential future rulemaking on standards for care, exercise, and socialization of dogs in breeding facilities - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or services are being procured - No part numbers, quantities, or OEMs are mentioned - Unique Requirements: - The notice is a reopening of the comment period to allow additional time for public submissions - Focus is on gathering stakeholder input, not purchasing goods or services - Locations: - APHIS offices in Beltsville, MD; Fort Collins, CO; and Washington, DC are listed as points of contact or contracting offices

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the USDA is reopening the comment period for a request for information regarding appropriate standards for the care of breeding female dogs at dog breeding facilities and the exercise and socialization of dogs subject to the Animal Welfare Act. This action provides additional time for interested persons to prepare and submit comments on the proposed standards. The original comment period was set to close on March 19, 2026, and is now extended to April 20, 2026.