American Kennel Club Director of Government Relations, Sheila Goffe, reports on the USDA and its continued implementation and enforcement of new requirements for pet breeders. Specifically, dealing with licencing and regulation issues under the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA).Read More...
Dog Lawyers Resources
USDA New Pet Breeder Requirements
Dog Parks & Dog Bites
Off-leash dog parks are becoming more popular than any other type of park in America's larger cities. A report by the Trust for Public Land, stated that in 2015 off-leash dog parks grew 6%, an increase of 20% in the past few years. With so many dogs off the leash in a public area, it's only reasonable to expect a few dogs won't play well with others. What exactly are your options, if another dog attacks yours at an off-leash dog park? Tracie Santos, writer for PetPlace.com, takes a look at your options in detail.Read More...
Preparing for a Custody Battle Over Your Companion Animal
The Animal Legal Defense Fund is on a mission to protect the lives of animals through the legal system. ADLF has long accomplished this mission by winning lawsuits intent on protecting animals from harm. In addition, they work tirelessly providing legal assistance and training to prosecutors, so they are more effective in prosecuting animal abusers. The ADLF also provide legal advice through informative articles, like this one on how to prepare for a custody battle over a companion animal.Learn More
Animal Resource Law Center
AnimalLaw.com is an easily searchable database of laws already enacted, as well as proposed laws, that impact animals in all 50 states, including federal laws. To find out what laws apply to dogs in your state, simply select your state and go. Learn More