http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/tlodocs/85R/billtext/html/SB00188I.htm A Public Hearing will be held tomorrow, April 6, 2017, at the Capitol regarding TX SB 188 by Carlos Uresti, relating to civil or criminal liability for transporting in, confining in, or removing from a motor vehicle certain animals. 9:00 A.M., Senate Chamber –…
We STRONGLY encourage each club to make sure your Local Legislative Liaison is staying informed of the laws that are being proposed in your area. It’s extremely important for your club and its members to be aware of what is happening locally so you can…
This Bill has passsed. New Jersey Senate Bill 1640 (Senate Committee Substitute 1640) is scheduled to for a hearing by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee this Monday, January 30. The American Kennel Club (AKC) has strong concerns about numerous provisions in the measure. As…
Not dog related, but it explains the difficulty of changing minds on BSL. As a rule, misinformed people do not change their minds once they have been presented with facts that challenge their beliefs. But beyond simply not changing their minds when they should, research…
Attacks That Doomed ‘The Greatest Show on Earth’ Portend Trouble for Pet Lovers http://www.insidesources.com/attacks-doomed-ringling-bros-portend-trouble-pet-lovers/ A recent decision by the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus to shutter “the Greatest Show on Earth” is a cautionary tale for responsible dog breeders and those who enjoy…
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The Ohio legislature and Gov. John Kasich have taken major steps to advance animal welfare, while balancing the needs of responsible pet businesses and consumers hoping to acquire a family pet. Ohio Senate Bill 331, signed into law by Kasich on…
We received this e-mail concerning an anti-tethering ordinance for Aiken County, SC. We need a show of support not only from dog owners in Aiken County, but everyone around the surrounding area. If you fight yes, you may lose. If you do not stand up…
http://www.cleveland.com/opinion/index.ssf/2017/01/ohio_will_take_the_lead_on_pro.html NEW YORK, N.Y. — The Ohio legislature and Gov. John Kasich have taken major steps to advance animal welfare, while balancing the needs of responsible pet businesses and consumers hoping to acquire a family pet. Ohio Senate Bill 331, signed into law by Kasich…
AKC: RINGLING BROTHERS’ DEMISE IS A CLARION CALL FOR ALL WHO LOVE DOGS By: Sheila Goffe Frankly, this is a clarion call for all who love ANY animal pets, including rabbits, birds, herps, and even tropical fish! These radical animal rights ideologues are out to…
GA – Dog attack on children draws calls for restrictions http://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/hall-county/pit-bull-attack-on-children-draws-calls-for-restrictions/485632230 HALL COUNTY, Ga. – Some outspoken residents of the Hall County town of Lula are calling for restrictions or a ban on pit bull dogs following an dog attack in Atlanta this week that left one child…