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August 2009
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The California Healthy Pets Act (AB 1634) passed the California Assembly Floor yesterday and now moves to the Senate. This bill would require the spaying and neutering of most cats and dogs by the time the pet is four months old. It is authored and was introduced by Assemblymember Lloyd Levine. The California Healthy Pets Act exempts: Purebred dogs and cats whose owners qualify for and obtain an “intact animal” permit; Local animal control agencies would be responsible for enforcing the California Healthy Pets Act. A portion of the fines collected would be used to expand the availability of free or low-cost spay or neuter programs and other outreach efforts. Pet owners who have not spayed or neutered their pet would be cited and given time to spay or neuter their pets before a fine would be assessed. This bill has divided animal fanciers in the state and around the country. Supporters say AB 1634 is life-saving legislation. Opponents say it is an unnecessary and unenforceable government mandate. These two web sites provide views in support and opposition of AB 1634, details of the bill, lists of supporters and opponents and much more. Check them out! Official support site: http://www.cahealthypets.com/home.htm Opposition Site: http://www.ab1634.com/ 3 CommentsLeave a comment |
I think that this will start being the trend around the country. I think that legislation like this can help curb the homeless animal population. I have all of my furbabies spayed or neutered. We rescued a cat that was pregnant (and is now spayed). She had 4 kittens. We found a home for the little girl, but still have the 3 boys (who will be 1yr old in Aug. And yes, they are all neutered.). I tried everything to find them a home, but there aren't enough homes out there. We have even taken in a dog that our neighbors just decided one day that they didn't want (and yet they replaced her with another dog). I'm trying to find her a home. I had her spayed after we realized they weren't going to take care of her, and didn't want her. I didn't know it, but she was pregnant (just barely) when I took her to be spayed. Had she had those pups, that would have added anywhere from 10-15 pups that needed homes in a place where homes are had to find. I think something needs to be done. Something like this could wipe out being able to have a great mutt. However, there are too many really great mutts (and pure-breds) out there who would really love to have a really loving forever home. I LOVE every single one of my furbabies (all but one are rescues)! They are all spayed and neutered, stay updated on their shots and heartworm meds, and eat well. Save a life! SPAY and NEUTER Houston! Adopt and rescue!
It's about time pet owners are required to be somewhat responsible! This should be the law in all 50 states.
This will have NO impact on the problem. Typical big government. Similar to how a lock will only keep honest people out of where they don't belong.
People need to wake up and quit accepting what they are "told" is right. Big Brother is not the solution - ever.
Over population is more than just irresponsible owners - it is when we buy "designer" dogs, it is when we buy from pet stores, etc.
The key is education, education, education. If need be - fines for when people choose to breed.