Legislation

MICHIGAN - stop pound seizure and gas chambers: www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/649021463 (pound seizure) www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/900398769 (humane euthanasia) P… more ›

I was in this situation once, years ago, & had no choice but to take 2 dogs to the local humane society because I went thru divorce & had no choice but to buy a cheap mobile home. I was aloud only one pet. (I kept Emmy). Why are WE allowing t… more ›

I was reminded of this problem after reading of the San Diego dog that was stabbed-later in the article it was mentioned that 2 dogs had died there of overheating in patrol cars. I know there is a device that can help prevent this-I had heard of it y… more ›

State of Hawaii is trying to ban all so Called Pit Bulls, this means any staffordshire, and bully breeds, outright. There are many good pet parents, and a few that rescue all breeds here including "aka pit bulls." I despise the name, it is all inclus… more ›

Hey Zootooers, I'm working on an article for Zootoo Pet News and was wondering if any of you have had legal issues involving one of your pets -- like your dog bit someone, or charged someone, and you got sued/threatened with a law sui… more ›

I do not have one

This week the Montana legislature could pass a bill allowing construction of the nation's only horse slaughterhouse. Horse meat would be shipped overseas for human consumption. Please tell me whether or not you think horses should be treated the same… more ›

PLEASE ANSWER!! IT iS URGENT!!! LOL JK

Why is there a photo of a Barn Owl in the Pet Wars? It is illegal to own a Barn Owl or any other raptor without a government permit. An individual would have a very difficult time getting a permit. Extensive training and licensing is required for a… more ›

I recieved an alert from ASPCA.org saying "A new bill before the Florida Legislature, House Bill 189/Senate Bill 922, would allow any Florida community or city to adopt regulations that target or ban specific dog breeds. The ASPCA is strongly opposed… more ›

Are there any states who give a tax credit or deduction for responsible pet owners? I started thinking about this after filing my taxes recently. We get to claim our children as dependents to lessen our tax burden. Should the same consideration be… more ›

I was just thinking how many schools actually educate children on the proper way to care for animals. We all know that the kids are the future. And how many shelters consider visiting schools to educate or is this even an option for them? I wonder… more ›

I would like to change the amendment to allow pets in the park, i would be willing to give freely of myself for the time and attention this would take and be community involved to make it happen. Im just not sure where to start and would greatly app… more ›

Does your state even allow pet trusts, etc.? Did you have problems getting this done? Do you have suggestions?

Does anyone know how to get a high kill animal control facility into a no kill animal control facility??? There are soo many pets being put to sleep at our animal control and I was wondering how to change that. Any ideas or suggestions would be appre… more ›