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Alaska Legislation
New proposed legislation would make most discussion of animal care and animal care by other than owner, illegal, unless done by a licensed veterinarian. See article to right. |
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Greetings!
This may be one of the most important newsletters of the year. It spotlights Bills before the Alaska Legislature, that affect you! Please pass this information on to anyone you think might be interested or affected by it. Bookmark the page on our website to keep checking on it. |
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HB 297/SB 250 Alaska legislation
Who does it affect?
The Iditarod, Yukon Quest, kennel clubs, dog and horse shows, fairs, 4-H clubs, farmers, kennel and stable boarding facilities, pet sitters, breeders, tourists, humane societies and rescue organizations, schools, dog mushers, pet owners and non-animal owners, pet stores, family members, trainers, groomers, retail shops, Search and Rescue, and more, all would be affected.
What does the legislation do?
Generally speaking, it pretty much limits all animal care or discussion to AK licensed veterinarians and you, the animal owner. Legally, the only people you can talk to about it would be yourself or a veterinarian. You or a licensed veterinarian would have to care for your own animal(s) (one small exception). Otherwise, you would be breaking the law.
How does it affect you?
Basically, this means you could not even talk about an animal's diet, grooming, training, supplements, etc. with your mother, spouse, children, friends, neighbors, strangers or even tourists. With one limited exception, no one else could care for the animals you owned, either, unless they were a licensed veterinarian.
For more information, including who, what, why, etc. and how to take action, see AK Legislation HB 297/SB 250 |
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Video-Loving Healing Touch for Your Dog, by Ihor Basko, DVM Remember, the first free video night is March 13, 2008, 6:00pm, at our shop, 4191 Taku Blvd. |
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I hope you will be able to take the time to take action on this legislation. Even one phone call or email can make a huge difference. It is when we don't take action that we can lose privileges we may be taking for granted, like our freedom of speech.
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Sincerely,
Martha Fischbach
Canines Unlimited |
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