It is not just war and taxes that your elected representatives are enacting. Laws that impact your rights and responsibilities as a pet owner are also being proposed and debated constantly. The Animal Terrorism Act passed the House of Representatives in November, 2006. Ohio is proposing a law to regulate breeders. Sacramento may enact a mandatory spay/neuter ordinance.

You can keep up with proposed federal and state legislation at this American Kennel Club Legislative Alerts page. For proposed local pet ordinances, find out if your city council has a web site or sends email alerts specifying the agenda items for upcoming meetings. See if those topics affect you or your pets.

Stay informed - get active!

Posted by Paula.