SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) -- Governor Gavin Newsom has signed three new laws aimed at protecting cats and dogs from unethical treatment in California.

The newly signed legislation is designed to shut down fraudulent breeders and curb animal abuse in pet sales, providing relief to local shelters and animals awaiting adoption.

Just this week, the San Diego Humane Society reported a record-breaking number of dogs and cats at its four shelters, with some operating at 250% capacity.

The new laws are expected to halt the import of sick and cruelly bred puppies into California, addressing the puppy mill problem.

Officials have noted that pets from unethical breeding practices often suffer from health and behavior issues due to poor genetics and unsanitary conditions.

A spokesperson from the hum

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