This section does not apply to: a biomedical facility that is licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture; or an animal that is accompanied by a signed statement from a licensed veterinarian stating that the animal’s dam is incapacitated for humane or medical reasons and cannot care for the animal. Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may not sell or distribute in the State or bring into the State for the purpose of sale or distribution a domestic dog or cat less than 8 weeks of age unless accompanied by its dam. A person may give an unaccompanied dog or cat to: an animal shelter or pound that is operated or supported by a government; or a humane society. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500. For purposes of humane disposal, a court may seize an animal brought into this State in violation of this section.