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Read more about the article MARCH LEGISLATIVE UPDATES: U.S.A.

MARCH LEGISLATIVE UPDATES: U.S.A.

  • Post author:Marlene Ruiz
  • Post published:March 3, 2026
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Read more about the article UK ANIMAL WELFARE STRATEGY FOR ENGLAND

UK ANIMAL WELFARE STRATEGY FOR ENGLAND

  • Post author:Marlene Ruiz
  • Post published:December 29, 2025
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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…

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Read more about the article Legislative Alert: NY Senate Bill S08510 – “NYS Safe Pet Boarding Act”

Legislative Alert: NY Senate Bill S08510 – “NYS Safe Pet Boarding Act”

  • Post author:Marlene Ruiz
  • Post published:September 24, 2025
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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…

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Read more about the article 🌍 Tracking Legislation Worldwide

🌍 Tracking Legislation Worldwide

  • Post author:Marlene Ruiz
  • Post published:August 18, 2025
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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…

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Read more about the article OPPOSE Proposed Dog Trainer Licensure in New York State

OPPOSE Proposed Dog Trainer Licensure in New York State

  • Post author:Marlene Ruiz
  • Post published:August 5, 2025
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🚨 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…

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Read more about the article Legislative Alert – Australia Proposed Reforms to State’s Dog and Cat Management Act

Legislative Alert – Australia Proposed Reforms to State’s Dog and Cat Management Act

  • Post author:Jason Purgason
  • Post published:May 22, 2024
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South Australia is seeking to toughen penalties on dogs that attack, especially if incited by the owner which, by their logic, means prohibiting the sport that trains dogs to attack,…

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