Landmark Ruling: Animals Can Now Be Considered Victims In The Eyes Of
It’s about time – Oregon judge rules that animals are victims, not property Great news out of Oregon –a landmark ruling has declared that a…
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New NJ Law Seeks To Ban Sale Of Puppy Mill Dogs
Four paws up for New Jersey! The state is seeking to ban the sale of dogs from puppy mills once and for all with the passage of a new law.
New York Pet Parents Can Rest In Peace With Their Pets
A new law was recently signed in New York and it lets pets be buried with their owners, allowing both to truly rest in peace.
Britain Passes New Dog Microchipping Law
Britain has decided to make microchipping mandatory for all pets by April 2016 in the hopes of returning lost dogs to its owners.
UK Members Of Parliament To Reexamine Breed Restriction Legislation
Members of UK Parliament are examining an old law that restricts people from owning certain breeds, as the law doesn't seem to be preventing dog attacks.
California Passes Law That Allows Dogs To Dine On Restaurant Patios
Take your dog on a dinner date – new law lets your dog dine with you It’s a great day for Californian foodies who want to bring their dogs out to…
Scottish Officials Ban Use of Electric Shock Collars on Dogs
The Scottish government has banned the use of electric shock collars on dogs, despite a prior ruling last November that allowed them.
New Bill In California to Protect Dogs in Police Altercations
A dog is shot by law enforcement officers in the US every 98 minutes. A new bill in California aims to help protect dogs and officers by offering training.
Montreal Mayor Works To Fulfill Campaign Promise to Repeal Pit Bull Ba
There's a new mayor in Montreal, and animal activists are cheering her on as she promises to repeal a controversial ban on pit-bull and pit-bull type dogs.
Calling All Canadians: Sign The Petition To Ban Electric Shock Collars
We're with David Suzuki! If you're Canadian and against the use of Shock Collars on dogs, you'll want to sign the petition to get them banned.
PACT Act Would Make Animal Abuse A Felony Across The Country
A new bill re-introduced by two members of the U.S. House of representatives would make animal cruelty a nationwide felony offense, and those convicted of th…
ASPCA Wants The Department of Justice To #GetTough On Dog Fighting Law
Help save dogs from the fighting ring by urging the Justice Department to pursue more dog fighting cases! It’s a despicable crime that was outlawed in…
More States Mandating Animal Abusers to Register as Offenders
It's about time! More states are requiring animal abusers to register as animal offenders, and we couldn't be more pleased.
Las Vegas Repeals Ban To Prevent The Selling of Pets in Pet Stores
Nevada City Council has repealed the pet sale ban, saying that it was only passed because of incorrect information from 'activists.'
New Law Prevents Aesthetic Clipping Of Dogs In Quebec
The new year is bringing a new animal law to Quebec, which makes it illegal for veterinarians to perform cosmetic surgeries to clip a dog's tail or ears.
New Bill Introduced To Bring Retired Military Dogs Home After Overseas
The Military Working Dog Retirement Act means to leave no dog behind after serving their duty. If the law passes, military dogs will be brought back to the U…
Kentucky One Step Closer To Outlawing Dog Fighting
Kentucky is the last state in the U.S. to end dog fighting – but a new bill is hoping to change all that. We’re pleased to report that the state…
Deaf Dog Stands By Abused Children in Court
A trial is an intimidating process, even for adults. But Karl, a deaf Boxer, reminds children there is someone in their court.
Brits Required To Microchip Dogs or Face $1000 Fine
It's a smart thing to do, and in a couple of weeks, it'll be the law. British dog owners must microchip their dogs or face some steep penalties.
Missouri Legislator Proposes to Eliminate Breed-Specific Bans Across T
More states are banning breed-specific legislation as they realize the 'science' behind them simply does not support the efforts.
N.Y. OKs Dogs In Restaurants’ Outdoor Dining Areas
Feel like dining al fresco with your pooch on a patio? In New York, a new law has passed that makes it legal to eat with your dog on restaurant patios.
Washington Supreme Court Rules in Favor Of Girl and Her Service Dog
The Washington State Supreme Court rules that a previous decision must be reviewed in the case of a school district that banned a service dog.
Should A Breeder Be Allowed to Manipulate Genes in Order to Eradicate
A Mississippi breeder wants to manipulate dog genetics to wipe out inbred disease. But FDA regulations pose roadblocks in the ethics of dog breeding.
New California Law Considers Dogs Of Divorce As Family Members
California has joined two other states in America that adopted laws considering dogs to be family members and not property if ever a dispute in court occurs.…
California Pet Stores Now Only Sell Rescue Animals As New Law Passes
California's made history with Governor Jerry Brown's signing of legislation that requires pet stores to only sell animals from non-profit rescue groups.
Medicinal Marijuana May Soon Be Available For Pets In Nevada
It’s high time we came up with a solution! It works for humans, and now senior and terminally ill dogs could soon benefit from cannabis. It’s a g…
Woman Earns Sick Pay While Caring For Her Ill Dog in Landmark Italian
An Italian court awarded a woman sick pay for time she took off to care for her dog, with the judge deeming the care as 'serious personal reasons.'
Lawmakers Join Animal Welfare Groups For Responsible Breeder Laws In K
Why would lawmakers and animal welfare groups want to stop a bill that regulates pet store regulations? There's good reason behind their actions!
Police Dog’s Heroic Sacrifice The Inspiration Behind Aron’s Law
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and in Tennessee that includes four legs and a wagging tail. State Rep Jeremy Durham agrees and will be pushing the st…
New California Bill Only Allows Pet Stores to Sell Rescued or Shelter
A new law in California makes a strong statement about puppy mills -- it would be illegal for pet stores to sell animals, unless they're from a shelter.
England’s Lucy’s Law To Ban Pet Stores From Selling Pets
A ban preventing licensed dog and cat sellers from selling pets under eight-weeks-old will come into effect in England on October 1, and may be followed by a…
Furry Yappers Could Be Fined $25k in Canadian Town
A city in Ontario, Canada, is taking a big bite out of the budget of its noisiest citizens and hopes other communities will soon follow.
All Aboard! Law Allowing Dogs On Amtrak Trains Is On Track
Congressman Jeff Denham gaining traction with bill that allows small pets on Amtrak trains. I always feel guilty leaving my dog behind when I go on adventure…
Legislators Want To Ban Companion Animal Consumption In The U.S.
Legislators are adding an amendment to a farm bill that will ban people from purposely killing dogs or cats for human consumption.
Olé To Madrid – Now An Official No-Kill City!
Madrid passes a law protecting down and out dogs and cats – it’s now illegal to euthanize stray or abandoned animals. In a ground breaking decisi…
Service Dog Denied Entry Into Elementary School Heads to Supreme Court
A middle-school girl was denied the services of her trained service dog into class. She's now heading to the US Supreme Court with her discrimination case.
Washington State Senate Passes New Legislation Restricting Tethering P
Washington State legislators pass a new bill that prevents dog owners from 'tying up' or 'tethering' their pets with certain types of restraints.
New Mexico Lawmakers Consider Pet Food Tax For Spay and Neuter Program
New Mexico just endorsed a $100 fee to brand-name pet food manufacturers in an effort to help pay for spay and neutering costs for dogs and cats.
Report: Best And Worst US States For Animal Protection Laws
A new report by the Animal Legal Defense Fund has ranked states based on their laws and the punishments for breaking them.
Montreal Ban Against Pitbulls Passed – And We’re Not Surprised
Montreal's breed ban has many outraged. Shocking, yes... but this comes as no surprise to those who know Quebec's blase attitude toward animal welfare.
No Strays In The Netherlands – How Do They Do It?
It may seem sort of incredible to imagine a country where there are no stray pets. The Netherlands shares how strays are off the streets and in homes.
B.C. Lawmakers Crack Down On Guide Dog Impersonators
Service animal impersonation is on the rise, and officials in the Canadian province are looking to put an end to it with tougher regulations. They’re o…
Cat Declawing Now Banned In Denver, Colorado
It’s official in Denver, Colorado–veterinarians are now banned from declawing cats unless the procedure is medically necessary. Veterinarian Aubr…
Newly Adopted Dog May Lose Forever Home Because of His Looks
Exiling a dog from it's owner solely based on looks? Sounds to us like Waterford Township officials have some explaining to do.
Shocking “A Dog’s Purpose” Footage Filmed Last Summer – Why Ar
A Dog's Purpose is set to hit the big screens next week, but with TMZ footage showing alleged animal abuse, activists are boycotting the film.
New San Francisco Law: Pet Stores Can Only Sell Rescue Pets
A new amendment to a health code in San Francisco now bans pet stores within the city from selling dogs or cats - but they can come from rescues.
New Law Protects Pennsylvania Dogs From Being Tethered in Freezing Tem
New law in Pennsylvania now prevents pet owners from tethering their dogs outside for more than 30 minutes when temperatures go below freezing.
“Best Province To Be An Animal Abuser” Introduces New Animal Prote
Tired of the title "best province to be an animal abuser," Quebec sees the light and gets on-board with a new law that will protect the rights of animals.
Doctors Say Pet Abuse Should Raise Red Flags About Domestic Violence
The AAP and the AVMA encourage their members to watch for indicators of child or domestic abuse by watching for and investigating harm done to family pets.
Ohio City Council Revising Dog Ordinance to Include Breed-Neutral Word
An Ohio town proposed amendments that would remove breed-restrictive wording for its community to ensure breed-neutral legislation.
U.S. Moves To Make Animal Cruelty A Federal Felony
With a unanimous vote in favor of the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act this week, the United States House of Representatives took a historic…
Padi Saved From Death Row, Florida Dog Bite Law Declared Unconstitutio
It started when a vet's dog nipped a child in an office waiting room. But there's a happy ending, complete with a closer look at an unconstitutional law.
Pittie Parents Outraged Over Demand Letters From City of Montreal
The continuing battle of pitbull owners and the City of Montreal now takes a new angle as it threatens people with seizure of their dogs and hefty fines.
New Jersey Bill Will Require Dog Trainers To Be State-Licensed
There’s a new bill in front of New Jersey lawmakers, and if passed, would make New Jersey the first state in the country to require dog trainers to be…
New Canadian Law Makes It A Criminal Offence To Harm Service Dogs
How can this not be a law already?! Thanks to the proposed Quanto's Law in Canada, thugs who hurt police, military or service animals will do hard time.
California To Become First State With Animal Cruelty-Free Cosmetics La
California has passed a historic law that will prohibit manufacturers from selling any cosmetic/ beauty products that have been tested on animals. California…
Lawyers Have Gone to the Dogs: Pet-Nups Are a Rapidly Growing Trend
More and more pawrents are turning to the law to clarify who gets the pets in case of a breakup- now lawyers have their hands full with pet-nups.
Wagging Support For Wounded Warriors Service Dog Act
A couple of special heroes visited Congress to show support for an important bill that would give financial assistance to wounded warriors.
Washington State Fights Service Dog Fraud With New Bill
People who try to pass off their pet as an "emotional support dog" or "comfort animal" will be cited with a civil infraction and fined up to $500.
Will Michigan Pet Owners Face Jail for Leaving Pets in Hot Car?
Michigan officials proposed a bill that would ensure that punishment ensues for those who knowingly put their pet's wellbeing at risk.