Legal Limbo of Emotional Support Animals Threatened by Frauds
An emotional support animal can be certified instantaneously online, but what does that mean for the public? Here's why easier hurts those in need.
Montreal SPCA Won’t Let Pitbulls Be Put Down Without A Fight
The Montreal City Council passed a bylaw that mandated death sentences for thousands of innocent, healthy dogs. But the Montreal SPCA is fighting back!
Maryland Lawmakers Work To End Breed Discrimination By Insurance Compa
Lawmakers in the state of Maryland have heard the pleas from constituents to stop insurance companies from discriminating against certain breeds of their dog…
Los Angeles Will Be a “No-Kill Shelter” City by End of 2017
Arbitrary euthanasia at animal shelters in Los Angeles is coming to an end, thanks to the tireless work of Best Friends Animal Society.
Proposed Legislation To Help Prevent Opioid Fraud At Vets’ Offices
As more attention is drawn to the opioid addiction crisis, a new angle has come into the issue: humans using their pets as ways to 'score' their fixes.
Forest Lawn First Cemetery To Open Its Gates To Pets and Their Owners
When pets cross the Rainbow Bridge, where will their final resting place be? Forest Lawn Cemeteries allows pet remains to be buried with owners.
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.
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.
The P.E.T.S. Plan – Four Steps To Divorcing With Pets
Divorce isn’t easy – especially when pets are involved. If both parties want guardianship of the dog, what options do you have? Debra Vey Voda-Ha…
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.
Michigan Pushes For Felony Charges When Owners Leave Pets in Cars
Tired of hearing about pets who die in hot cars? So are two Michigan lawmakers who have introduced bills that will make this crime a felony.
Tail Docking Practice Banned By British Columbia Veterinarians
The College of Veterinarians of British Columbia have voted to ban the controversial practice of tail docking and alteration of dogs, horses and cattle.
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.
Montreal Pitbull Protesters Fight For Protection Of Dogs
A controversial ban on Pitbulls in Montreal, means life or death of thousands of dogs, and paves the way for stringent breed restriction registration.
New Amendment Protecting Pets Brings Politicians Together
Great news in the U.S. - Lawmakers are coming together to stop the use of federal funding in barbaric experiments on cats and dogs.
California’s New Law Bans Pet Stores From Selling Non-Rescue Pets
New laws across America affecting animals and animal welfare go into effect with California being the first state in the country to mandate pet stores only s…
Dutch Propose Bans Of Flat-Faced and Folded Ear Breed Dogs and Cats
Some officials in the Netherlands are working to ban breeds of cats and dogs with flat faces or folded ears, as they are concerned about the suffering of the an…
City Of Mississauga Passes Milestone Ban On Outdoor Confinement For Pe
With the new bylaw in place, owners will no longer be allowed to leave dogs outside for extended periods of time. Dogs in Mississauga, Ontario, just let out…
New Ohio Laws Fine Drivers With Distracting Dogs
We all know driving while distracted is dangerous, but have you ever thought about distraction from your pets while driving? One town in Ohio has, and now ha…
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.
“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.
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.