Humane Issues

It is impossible to discuss humane issues without at least brushing on the fringes of dog politics.  Not everyone looking to adopt a pet is going to be concerned about these things.  Yet everyone who does have a pet is affected by laws passed by politicians. 

For instance, Bill 132 devastated the lives of thousands of dog owners in Ontario.  If pet owners don't pay attention, they can wake up one morning and discover that their pet has to be muzzled/ fenced/ provided with expensive insurance ... or even worse that their pet can be seized and destroyed simply because an Animal Control officer feels the pet looks like the wrong breed.

If you are wondering what all the fuss is about, have a look around and see for yourself:

The Philosophy of No Kill

Building a No Kill Community - Nathan Winograd

When the Best Shelter is a Caring Community

Redemption and Irreconcilable Differences by  Nathan J Winograd

Special notes for Nova Scotia

100 ways to help rescue without adopting a dog!

Nova Scotia SPCA Strategic Plan 2010 -2012

Canadian Animal Law

CFHS | Animals and the Law

THE DOG LEGISLATION COUNCIL OF CANADA

Spay Neuter

Best Friends  - Spay/Neuter Resources

Trap Neuter Return

Alley Cat Allies

Best Friends - Feral Cat Resources

BSL

Best Friends campaign - Pit Bulls: Saving America's Dog

Breed Bans in Nova Scotia

Bad Rap : Bay Area Doglovers Responsible About Pit bulls

The Pit Bull Project

THE DOG LEGISLATION COUNCIL OF CANADA

Yard Dogs

Animal Advocates Society of BC

Dogs Deserve Better Home Page: No Chained Dogs!

Essential Reading

 Best Friends Outreach - No More Homeless Pets

No Kill Advocacy Home Page

Maddie's Fund - Resource Library

Nathan J Winograd