Tag: Pet Laws
This Horrific Puppy Trade is A Booming Business in the UK
Late last month, a veterinarian and his assistant in Leeds, England were convicted of six offences against the Animal Welfare Act. Almost one year...
Is It Too Cold to Leave Your Dog Outside?
Here in the northern part of the United States many of us have already seen the first snow storm of the season. As the...
UK’s MPs Trying to Condemn This Barbaric Canine Business
In the United States, and many other countries in the world, the thought of eating canine meat is grotesque. It is seen as a...
Is This Florida Dog Law Unconstitutional?
In every state there are ridiculous laws that were enacted at one time out of necessity. For example, one may not promote a “horse...
It’s Now Legal to Dine Out With Your Dog In New...
Pet friendly establishments are popping up in towns all over the United States – all over the world, in fact. Some businesses think it’s...
Can the Government Force You To Spay or Neuter Your Dog?
It probably won’t happen here in the United States, but it is a reality for citizens of South Australia. Proposed compulsory desexing laws could...
Some Cities Want to Pass ‘Pre-Bite’ Ordinances
You’ve probably heard of breed specific legislation (BSL) before. BSL is a term used for laws that ban certain dog breeds or place restrictions...
Let’s Talk: Breed Specific Legislation and Restrictions
Good afternoon readers. I hope you are all having a wonderful week. Did you happen to check out my column last week about the...
Unusual Dog Ban Launched in China District
Earlier this month what has become known by residents as “the cruelest dog ban” was issued in China by the local government of a...
California Humane Society Presses For Animal Cruelty Case Against Dog-Sitter
Humane Societies are not just shelters for abandoned animals. They help the animal welfare cause in so many other ways as well. From supporting...
Montreal SPCA Circulating Petition To End Permanent Dog Chaining in the...
The Montreal SPCA is urging all residents of Quebec, Canada to sign a petition that will end permanent chaining in the province. The petition...
Law Says Animals Sold in Phoenix Pet Stores Must Come From...
Late last month, a federal court decided to uphold a city of Phoenix ordinance that bans retail sales of cats and dogs in pet...
