UK’s new Prime Minister is a danger to animals
NEWS and OPINION: I have been digging around to see how Liz Truss, the new PM, squares up in respect of animal welfare. It is… Read More »UK’s new Prime Minister is a danger to animals
Animal laws
Mayhem! Keep your dog on a leash or this may happen!
What can you say!? Mayhem, is what I said in the title. It is a form of mayhem because the woman lost control of her… Read More »Mayhem! Keep your dog on a leash or this may happen!
Can you own an otter in Ohio?
Yes, a citizen of Ohio can legally own an otter. This is because this wild species is not listed as a ‘dangerous wild animal’ under… Read More »Can you own an otter in Ohio?
Are wolf hybrids legal in Ohio?
An Ohioan citizen can legally own and possess a wolf hybrid (wolfdog) as they are specifically referred to in the relevant law of Ohio which… Read More »Are wolf hybrids legal in Ohio?
Is it legal to own a badger in the UK?
According to Chris Packham, it has been illegal to keep badgers as pets since the 1973 Badgers Act, except for taking in sick animals for… Read More »Is it legal to own a badger in the UK?
Public safety is enhanced when dogs are targeted by behaviour not appearance
The title is part of a statement from Katie Barnett, an animal law attorney and the attorney for Kristi Bond, the owner of Lucy, a… Read More »Public safety is enhanced when dogs are targeted by behaviour not appearance
South Carolina needs a statutory penalty preventing animal abusers from possessing an animal
In South Carolina if a person is convicted of animal abuse under state animal welfare laws, they do not receive a statutory, automatic punishment which… Read More »South Carolina needs a statutory penalty preventing animal abusers from possessing an animal
UK law on keeping wild animals needs to be overhauled
Exotic pets are popular in the UK. The word “exotic” means wild animal in this context. Under the Dangerous Wild Animals Act licences were issued… Read More »UK law on keeping wild animals needs to be overhauled
This is like someone asking you to kill your cat or dog
TEWSKBURY, MASSACHUSETTS, USA – NEWS AND COMMENT: The words in the title are those of Vilmaria Maldonado who treats three six-month-old goats as pets on… Read More »This is like someone asking you to kill your cat or dog
Florida is set to ban pet tethering despite objections by the NRA
NEWS AND VIEWS: Florida’s lawmakers are set to ban the tethering of pets and leaving them unsupervised. A bill is currently being debated: Senate Bill… Read More »Florida is set to ban pet tethering despite objections by the NRA
What is the UK law on dogs attacking animals?
I’m prompted to write this article because of a well publicised story in The Times newspaper today about a QC’s dog savaging a beloved local… Read More »What is the UK law on dogs attacking animals?
Nasty EU Commissioners make pet travel between Britain and EU unnecessarily difficult
The Kennel Club, who run the world-famous Crufts dog show, have criticised the government and the new rules regarding travelling with dogs between the UK… Read More »Nasty EU Commissioners make pet travel between Britain and EU unnecessarily difficult
10 most pet-friendly states in the USA
It is always useful to know the most pet-friendly states in the USA. This chart relates to 2020. Safewise.com produced the data in the image.… Read More »10 most pet-friendly states in the USA
Is it legal to own a raccoon in Texas?
It is perfectly legal to own or have custody of a raccoon in Texas. There is no law preventing a person from owning a raccoon as a pet in Texas as at the date of this article.
Is it legal to own a hyena in Texas?
Is it legal to own a hyena in Texas? The answer depends upon who you are and whether you are an individual, a specified non-profit… Read More »Is it legal to own a hyena in Texas?
European Union refuses to grant Part 1 listed status for pet travel after UK leaves EU
The UK is going through the last phases of Brexit negotiations. On 1 January 2021 the country leaves the European Union. It’s a complex process… Read More »European Union refuses to grant Part 1 listed status for pet travel after UK leaves EU
Time to ban all exotic pets in the UK
Recently it was in the news that the UK would ban the keeping of primates as exotic pets which is great news although long overdue.… Read More »Time to ban all exotic pets in the UK
Southwest China’s dog-walking ban unravels
NEWS AND VIEWS: The county of Weixin, Yunnan province, had laid down the law on dog-walking because of complaints of dog bites. They had ruled… Read More »Southwest China’s dog-walking ban unravels
Vets will be legally required to check dogs’ microchips before they euthanise them
Under new UK regulations called Tuk’s Law veterinarians must scan a dog for a microchip before euthanising the animal.
No-pet rental clauses to be outlawed UK
A law is being introduced in the UK to prevent landlords from stopping renters living with their cats and dogs.