Legislation

I was wondering what laws are in place regarding animals in Dubuque County, including their rights, and the regulation of the animals. Where can i get information on these laws? (something understandable)

Doesn't seem like our legislators are that interested in this area.

I'm horrified with the description of puppy mills. Why aren't they shut down? why do people allow this atrocity to continue?? It doesn't makes any sense to me...

Can anyone explain to me what's a puppy mill? Please remember that am not american. Thanks! Rute

I know their bad but what are they.

I know the one I foster for has checked with people who adopted one of my foster pups when I asked them to. I found the pup on craigslist to be rehomed when it hit 6 months. I felt better after the shelter contacted the new owners to see what the is… more ›

I just watched a video about the Oklahoma State Penitentiary Rodeo - it was appalling and I can't believe they are still allowed to do it. They do a "wild horse race" that is just brutal to watch and a "mad scramble" where there are several wild bul… more ›

can I start a petiton to have 2% of our city taxes go to help our local animal shelters? i think we can do something for them since we all help welfare so much and other things? what do you think?

There are already small "punishments" for cruelty of puppy mill runners, should there be equal or lesser punishment for knowingly purchasing a puppy from one?

I am asking again . I'm not sure if the first time I sent the question went through. This is very disturbing to me.

I have heard that there are certain shelters that will actually sell animals to research centers! I am very disturbed by this and hope that this is false!! I do know that there are things that go on "on the low". I do hope someone who volunteers a… more ›

I would like to know how many think pit bulls should not be allowed in towns and cities?

I'm here to make a plead! Is there anyone willing to sign a petition againts this biotério? Biotério means: "nursery/ breeding of animals for lab research or similar purposes". The aim of the future center of production of animals is to provide var… more ›

I was told in some of my answers that I should post on the news. I have never done this and would like to know how.