Friday, February 19, 2016

Truckee Adopts Law Prohibiting Sale of Cats and Dogs in Pet Stores

TRUCKEE, Calif. — The town of Truckee this week adopted an ordinance that prohibits the sale of cats and dogs in pet stores. Truckee Town Council approved the new law at its Feb. 9 meeting, as part of the consent calendar.

More here:

http://www.sierrasun.com/news/20583243-113/truckee-adopts-law-prohibiting-sale-of-cats-dogs

San Diego-Animal Control or Out of Control?

San Diego Humane Society and SPCA has law enforcement powers and huge war chest
In addition to having a warm and fuzzy public relations profile, The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA has a few items on its non-profit resume that comes as a surprise to most people.
The Humane Society and SPCA has a large, and growing, state-authorized law enforcement arm and more than $54 million sitting in cash reserves despite, or due to, its non-profit designation. The most recent publicly reported financial statements showed $65 million in income for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2013.
As for enforcement, powers, don’t blink when you see the badges and uniform for Humane Society enforcement personnel could pass quite easily as municipal police officers. Aside from the official looking uniforms, officers carry pepper spray and stun guns. They also have official arrest powers pursuant to state law.
Make no mistake, the Humane Law Enforcement Department represents a significant revenue generating operation, and is considered a major, although sub rosa, or beneath the surface, part of the Humane Society business structure.
More here:
http://escondidograpevine.com/2015/09/10/demo-post-17/

AKC Canines at the Capitol!

AKC Canines at the Capitol! Stop by and meet some amazing dogs and learn what the AKC does to Benefit Dogs and promote Responsible Dog Owne...