Victoria (Australia) Draft Animal Care and Protection Bill
Why this matters to dog professionals The Victoria Draft Animal Care and Protection Bill introduces broad and unclear language that could negatively affect lawful, ethical dog training and working-dog programs.…
UK ANIMAL WELFARE STRATEGY FOR ENGLAND
THE GOVERNMENT’S INTEGRATED PLAN FOR IMPROVING ANIMAL WELFARE TO 2030 The Animal Welfare Strategy for England is a UK government policy document published on December 22, 2025, by the Department…
The Puppy Protection Act of 2025: Good Intentions, Real Risks, and the Path Toward True Canine Welfare
The Puppy Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 2253) was introduced with the best of intentions: to end cruel, high-volume breeding practices and raise the bar for how dogs are cared…
Legislative Alert: NY Senate Bill S08510 – “NYS Safe Pet Boarding Act”
What’s Happening New York lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill S08510, known as the “NYS Safe Pet Boarding Act.” The bill seeks to establish statewide licensing, inspection, and operating standards for…
LEGISLATIVE ALERT UPDATE: MASSACHUSETTS HB 2342 -“AN ACT RELATIVE TO DANGEROUS DOGS”
House Bill 2342 Moves Forward Bill Status Update House Bill 2342, titled “An Act Relative to Dangerous Dogs,” has received a favorable report from the Joint Committee on Municipalities and…
🌍 Tracking Legislation Worldwide
Awareness of enacted and proposed laws ensures trainers remain compliant and can adapt their training approaches while continuing to advocate for balanced, effective, and humane practices. It also allows trainers…
OPPOSE Proposed Dog Trainer Licensure in New York State
🚨 IACP Member Alert: Oppose NY Senate Bill S.7723 / Assembly Bill A.6985 Date: August 5, 2025Audience: All IACP Members – Especially New York State Residents 📜 What’s Happening New…
MASSACHUSETTS DOG PROFESSIONALS: Oppose HB 2342 and SB 1459 – BILLS RELATIVE TO DANGEROUS DOGS
Massachusetts House Bill 2342 and Senate Bill 1459 include dangerously restrictive language that would severely limit the professional discretion of dog trainers, behaviorists, and veterinarians. These bills mandate that any…
The IACP on Capitol Hill: Advocating for Responsible Animal Welfare Policy
On September 11, 2024, I had the privilege of traveling to Washington, D.C., to meet with congressional representatives about key animal welfare issues. Representing the International Association of Canine Professionals…