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1. Support Oklahoma Dogs Rights 
I am addressing legislators on a concern from pet owners residing in the state of Oklahoma, specifically the city of Moore. It has come to our attention that the interpretation of the animal laws seem to be unfair and unjust in this state.
I understand laws are needed to protect residences within the state, but some cities such as Moore take the law concerning pets to the extreme . It seems the law is being used as a strict black and white policy , with no room for discussion.
Surely, these laws were not intended to “dispose” of people’s pets that are considered family, when a small mistake is made and the animals get out on a rare occasion. I truly believe this law was intended for animals that are dangerous to the community or for strays.
The law at this time is unclear and the City of Moore has deemed dogs dangerous and threatened and terminated animals lives on the weak foundations such as: being “seen” out by a mincing neighbor but when animal control gets there they are not out and no sign that they have been. It is also unjust to terminate the life of a dog because they rarely get out and have never caused harm. This should not be allowed.
Dangerous Dogs Act (DDA) 1991 means that it is illegal to own an American Pit Bull Terrier in the United Kingdom.
However, if the dog is not seen to be dangerous by the courts it can be returned to its owner if they can prove the owner is not using the dog for fighting, or has ill treated the dog.
The law at the moment does not allow harmless Pit bulls to be re-homed, and if the owner is not seemed fit to own the dog, the American Bull Terrier will be destroyed by lethal injection.
Most of these Pit bulls are family loving pets born into the wrong home.
Any breed of dog can become dangerous in the hands of the wrong owner, and most dogs ill treated, or in a bad environment, and even aggressive dogs can be rehabilitated and re-homed to the right owner
So why can't perfectly harmless Pit bulls find a loving home as well?
Please sign this petition if you agree that the U.K law should change, and that the American Pit bull can be re-homed if proven harmless and not destroyed.
3. Help with the cost neutering within Wolverhampton
The amount of dogs especially stafforshire bull terriers in rescue centres within wolverhampton and surrounding areas is disgusting. Most people find neutering costly.
Help for people on low incomes would help this situation.
4. Change the American Kennel Club
I was shocked to discover that the AKC discriminate against mixed breeds by not allowing them into their classes or competitions. Mixed breeds are hardier because they are less prone to genetic conditions.
As well as this, I disagree with the way that the AKC promotes puppy mills by registering puppie that have been bred on these filthy, cramped places where female dogs are bred to exhaustion and then either killed or dumped at animal shelters.
Despite the cruelties behind this support, the AKC are planning on allowing hounds to hunt raccoons. Yes, the hounds do need to fulfil their urge to hunt, but this can be fulfilled by laying artificial scents.
As well as this, the AKC is allowing the over-breeding of dogs, which can result in pugs with such short snouts that they cannot breathe properly.
The town of Waterford, NY does not have a dog park where people can bring their dogs to release their energy.
The town has many fenced in areas that are unused most of the year, such as the tennis court on 4th St., though dog owners are not allowed to let their dogs loose in them where they can run safely off their leash.
Dogs along with many other species of animals have been serving faithfully and honorably in the united states military. These animals have been used for many different purposes throughout our nations military history.
During the vietnam war, war dogs were considered "expendable equipment" by the US military, and after the war many dogs were euthanized or given to allied forces. As a result of this policy of dogs being "expendable equipment," all war dogs that served in the Vietnam War never came home.
It is time we design, construct and dedicate a national memorial on the national mall in Washington dc to these brave and faithful companions that have served their country honorably.
7. A Different Side of Animal Cruelty
Most Americans are aware that animals are abused and neglected daily. It is a saddening fact. There are many groups and organizations who aim to stop this cruelty to animals, such as the ASPCA. However, domestic animal abuse is not the only problem. There is another terribly depressing issue, which completely violates animal rights. Worse yet, our American government is doing very close to nothing to stop it. This is exactly why we, as citizens of the United States of America, must speak up and act out, in order to call on our government to fix these problems.
Overpopulation is a huge problem. Dogs and cats are overpopulated as is, yet greedy breeders and puppy mill owners get more and more each and every day, for the sole purpose of money. Although some puppy mills and breeders might actually care, many are careless when it comes to the wellbeing of the animals; they only want their money. As a result of this greed, numbers of euthanized animals are skyrocketing each year.
There are statistics now that in recent years, seven to eight million dogs and cats wound up in animal shelters. Of that ridiculously high number, three to four million were euthanized by the shelter due to overpopulation or disease. This is an absolutely outrageous HALF of the dogs and cats who go to a "shelter" annually and end up dead. All because said breeders and puppy mill owners continue to make more.
8. Let us become a NO-KILL nation!
There are animals in shelters who are awaiting death and it isn't right! Only the Lord himself has the right to end a life. We need to stop murdering these defenseless creatures and start giving them the love they long desire for.
It sickens me to see how little people care for animals now a days. If over population is our concern-simply continue with the wonderful programs that we have going which fixes animals for a low price, sometimes even for free! Instead of euthinizing these adorable cats and dogs and all other animals, we should rather fix them and in about ten to fifteen years, they will begin to die off and will no longer be over-populating us. There is NEVER any excuse to mark these animals down for a day to die, that's so immorale and soo wrong! Just because they cannot speak doesn't mean they don't deserve their chance at life. I come across hundred of animals, even kittens and puppies who haven't even gotten to experience over a year of life! :(, yet are marked for a death date. This is simply unacceptable. We NEED to stop murdering them and start loving them NOW!!!
9. No more animals in pet stores. Bannir la vente des animaux en animalerie
Please sign below to put an end to the sale of cats and dogs in Greater Montreal area pet stores. Toronto just passed a law to the same end. Over 500 dogs were recently seized from one puppy mill in Clarendon, QC where they suffered under extreme inhumane conditions.
The time has come for Quebec to address the problem of rampant inhumane animal mills and pet overpopulation. Pet stores are the mills' number one customer. STOP them from sponsoring horribly cruel practices!
Svp signez en bas pour bannir la vente d'animaux en animalerie. A Toronto c'est maintenant la loi. Plus de 500 chiens ont été sauvés d'une seule usine à chiots à Clarendon, Qc, où ils vivaient dans des conditions déplorables.
Il est temps que le Québec s'intéresse au problème de nombreuses usines à chiots et chatons malsaines et cruelles. L'acheteur principal de ces animaux est l'animalerie et la surpopulation de chats et de chiens en est le résultat. ARRÊTONS cette horrible pratique!!
10. Stop to Back Yard Breeding/Selling animals in pet shops
Over 30,000 dogs get surrendered a year in Perth alone let alone any other state in Australia. It has to stop, animals are being euthanised for no reason at all accept people ignorance of making money out of these animals.
Only Registered Breeders should be eligible to sell puppies and kittens. It is wasting time and money to our shires chasing around after animals when they could be doing something much worse while.
11. End Homelessness by having a Homeless Awareness day in schools
I have seen homeless people on the street, but I never give them money because of fear that they would spend it on drugs and alcohol. This is not to due to prejudice at all; I would not give any stranger money because of this fear.
Homeless people are still people! One of the reasons why people are homeless is because they do not want to have to go into shelter because they do not want to lose their dogs. The answer to this would be to create more dog-friendly homeless shelters where the people have their own rooms where the dogs can be kept in to stop the risk of allergy in the other people. Another reason why people are homeless is due to not having enough money to afford household costs.
The answer to this too would be to use old buildings where possible and to build new homeless shelters, as well as to reduce household costs. Another common reason is due to family problems such as divorces and abuse. The solution to many of these domestic problems would be to promote the charity Samaritans more so that they can talk to these people.
If we do not help the homeless, they will be less inclined to want to help us if we ever need help for them. Also, we need to consider the people themselves as well. How would you like to have to sleep on a pavement all night and eat scraps and cheap food for your only meals?
As well as this, animal welfare may also suffer because they may sometimes get an even worse deal. This is not the homeless people's fault. Rather it is because they cannot afford good food and veterinary treatment for their dogs and live too far away from clinics that offer free animal health care.
In my vision, Homeless Awareness day would involve people from homeless charities coming around to different schools and collecting money as well as people who have been homeless before coming to do talks and answer students' questions about what it's like to live on the streets.
12. Stop pet shops selling animals
Stop pet shops from selling animals in the uk and discourage breeders from breeding animals. There are so many animals that need good homes and T.L.C already in the world, these animals should be our main priority yet people are still selling and buying animals from shops and breeders.
It is disgraceful how all animals are kept in pet shops and it should/needs to be recognised as cruelty.
Please do something to help.
13. Allow Gunner Kruze-Wilde into rpworldgroup.com
Gunner is beloved by many and missed by his friends already in RP World Group. Gunner adds value and fun to the pages and needs to be with his family and friends.
It's not right to continue to exclude him from the group. Please send this link your family and friends, anyone who is an avid reader. We need all the help we can to overturn this decision.
THANK YOU! We love you GUNNER!!!!
14. Stop Toowoomba Regional Council taking Snoopy & Cheeky away from their home
Snoopy & Cheeky (father & son) have been in foster care with Val since she rescued them from being sent to the pound, they have become very attached to Val, her son and her 2 chihuahua's. Val lives on a large block and her dogs are treated like her own children and spend most of their time inside being one of the family.
Val contacted Toowoomba Regional Council about permission to keep Snoopy & Cheeky and her request has been denied, regardless as to the properties suitability for an additional 2 dogs.
Toowoomba Regional Council has special circumstance clauses on this matter and I find it hard to believe Snoopy & Cheeky fail be identified as special circumstances by council.
15. Bulldogs to wear '54 jumper on permanent basis
The '54 design is simple yet unique. This is not meant to anti our club, I love the club. It is pro our history and our great jumper.
Looking at polls on club boards and fansites, around 90% are in favour of the '54 design.
16. Support Off Leash Hours for Mungabareena Reserve
In May 2011 Albury City Council erected two prominent signs at the entrance to Mungabareena Reserve warning of a $220 on the spot fine for dogs off leash. For years “Mungab” has been widely recognised as a very dog friendly reserve.
Regularly, numerous dogs can be seen enjoying the open space and easy access to the Murray River, without the restraint of a leash.
Dog owners generally display respect and awareness of other dogs and people using the reserve with incidents between dogs or other visitors very unusual. Furthermore, a regular group has emerged who often spend time collecting rubbish left by other visitors whilst their dogs explore and socialise.
This petition seeks some flexibility in the restrictions applied to the uses of this public amenity.
Why Mungabareena Reserve?
“Mungab” is unmatched in the Albury / Wodonga area for the following reasons;
• Easy access to the river for people and pets with the bend in the river suited to swimming
• Flat safe walking for older people and young families
• Away from traffic and residential areas;
• Existing bins to allow for rubbish / waste disposal;
• Well-grassed open spaces with ample room to accommodate many people.
This petition seeks the introduction of morning and afternoon off leash times. Whilst there are certainly other off leash areas in Albury none provide the unique combination of easy access to the river, space, amenities and a sense of seclusion whilst being so central to the Albury community.
If you would like to support this cause please complete this petition and spread the word to other like minded people. A Facebook page has been set up and also hard copy petitions will be located at the following venues;
• Todd’s Tasty Treats
More to come…
Almost a year ago a herd of horses were found in a paddock in Mandurah, these horses and ponies are being neglected, malnourished and just left for dead.
There is constantly new horses arriving and old horses vanishing. People have personally witnessed the condition of these poor animals and some have been left to die in the paddock.
After several months of trying to get something done through animal welfare organisations and getting nowhere this has been our next option and we can take our supporter numbers to the media.
Unfortunately the owner is refusing to sign over any of these animals so there is nothing Second Chance Horse Rescue can do as they do not have the legal power to seize them.
Over 250,000 healthy cats and dogs are being put down per year, due to the issue of over breeding resulting in them having no owners, no home and therefore.. no life.
It is unjust and unfair to spare the life of an animal, if help can be given to them. Please remove the 7-14 day euthanization policy, and instead provide foster carers to look after them until they find homes.
Let's all speak out, for the animals that can't.
Brittany Bloomer
19. All Dogs that attack should be put down
As things currently stand if a dog attacks a child on Private Land the police cannot do anything.
I think this should change that All dogs that attack should be put down because it has proved they are dangerous.
20. Make It Mandatory To Have All Pets Spayed Or Neutered In Every State
Shelters all across America are euthanizing thousands of pets daily, from overcrowding of shelters,some in very inhumane ways, gassing chambers that leave most still alive, but unable to move that are stuffed into barrels, or plastic bags waiting to go to the landfill, and heart sticks.
We need to stop this by making it mandatory to have pets fixed, unless they have a breeders license. This will put an end to back yard breeders, Hoarders, and unwanted pets. We can stop these deaths by passing this law, please do the right thing, and stop the killing now.
21. Stop dogs being operated on then killed
MELBOURNE University is using healthy dogs - some of them pregnant - for student vet operations, then killing the animals.
The dogs are anaesthetised before students carry out surgical procedures, then put down before they are likely to regain consciousness.
A student who did not want to be named said she had been given a bitch carrying seven unborn pups for surgery practice.
She said other students had been given two-month-old pups.
The university and its practices on dogs were dubbed "inhumane" by RSPCA Australia president Hugh Wirth .
Dr Wirth yesterday urged an end to the practice at the Faculty of Veterinary Science on the Werribee campus.
Every year, dozens of dogs are taken out of the faculty's special "dog colony" - a row of cages - for student operations.
Former student Lisa Elsner said:
"Most dogs were absolutely petrified - so scared that the students couldn't walk them on a lead through the door of the hospital.
"Some would lie close to the ground shaking all over, so in the end many had to be carried in."
Dr Elsner, now a qualified vet, said she refused to operate on animals that were to be put down. Several other students claimed laboratories were often under-supervised -- leaving baffled trainees to leaf through text books as they operated. Dean of Veterinary Science Prof Ken Hinchcliff confirmed the surgery practice, but said it was common.
"We use both dead and live animals in the instruction of veterinary students," he said.
"Use of live animals is a small but vital part of our surgery teaching program before clinical training.
"Dogs used in surgical teaching are anaesthetised before any surgical procedures are performed and are euthanised before awakening.
"All animals are treated with the utmost care and compassion. All procedures, sourcing, and housing of animals ultimately used for teaching is with the approval of the Animal Ethics Committee of the University of Melbourne."
Prof Hinchcliff refused to reveal where the dogs came from, saying only they were "donated".
An RSPCA spokesman said the society believed the university advertised for unwanted pets and former farm and breeding dogs.
Greyhound Victoria admitted it provided dogs to the university.
Dr Wirth said the use of the dogs was a waste of life.
"We don't support any operations on live dogs by students," he said.
"And we don't think that because a vet student has desexed one or two (dogs or cats) during their studies that it makes them a better vet."
Source: Eleni Hale From (Sunday Herald)
22. Ban Puppy Mills
What is a Puppy Mill?
A puppy mill is a large-scale commercial dog breeding operation where profit is given priority over the well-being of the dogs. Unlike responsible breeders, who place the utmost importance on producing the healthiest puppies possible, breeding at puppy mills is performed without consideration of genetic quality. This results in generations of dogs with unchecked hereditary defects.
Puppy mill puppies are typically sold to pet shops—usually through a broker, or middleman—and marketed as young as eight weeks of age. The lineage records of puppy mill dogs are often falsified.
How Are Animals Treated in Puppy Mills?
Puppy mills usually house dogs in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions, without adequate veterinary care, food, water and socialization. Puppy mill dogs do not get to experience treats, toys, exercise or basic grooming. To minimize waste clean-up, dogs are often kept in cages with wire flooring that injures their paws and legs—and it is not unusual for cages to be stacked up in columns. Breeder dogs at mills might spend their entire lives outdoors, exposed to the elements—or crammed inside filthy structures where they never get the chance to feel the sun or a gust of fresh air on their faces.
What Are Common Problems of Puppy Mill Dogs?
Epilepsy
Heart disease
Kidney disease
Musculoskeletal disorders (hip dysplasia, luxating patellas, etc.) Endocrine disorders (diabetes, hyperthyroidism)
Blood disorders (anemia, Von Willebrand disease)
Deafness
Eye problems (cataracts, glaucoma, progressive retinal atrophy, etc.) Respiratory disorders
On top of that, puppies often arrive in pet stores—and their new homes—with diseases or infirmities. These can include:
Giardia
Parvo Virus
Distemper
Upper respiratory infections
Kennel cough
Pneumonia
Mange
Fleas
Ticks
Intestinal parasites
Heart Worms
Chronic diarrhoea
23. Off-leash time for Johnson Park Dulwich Hill
A notice has recently been placed in Johnson Park, Constitution Road, Dulwich Hill, notifying dog owners that the park is an on-leash area and that penalties may apply if dogs were off-leash.
We would like to ask the Council if they would consider declaring the area of Johnson Park that is not within 10m of the playing apparatus, an off-leash area from 5.30am to 7am each day.
The law allows for such an accommodation to be made: see s13(6) of the Companion Animals Act 1998 (NSW):
"(6) A local authority can by order declare a public place to be an off-leash area. Such a declaration can be limited so as to apply during a particular period or periods of the day or to different periods of different days. [...]"
At this time of the day there are never any children using the park, and indeed the primary users are dog owners walking their dogs. For the Council to approve the area (other than that within 10m of the playing apparatus) as an off-leash area for this limited period in the early morning would result in an enhanced opportunity for responsible dog owning members of the community to use the park, whilst not causing any detriment to families with young children.
We, the undersigned request The City of Sydney Council to Review and or Rescind the decision to re-classify Parks throughout Pyrmont in regard to off-leash Dog access.
We request that a new Community Consultation Process be initiated that includes options for timed off-leash park use and further that consideration is given to Dog owners with Disabilities.
25. Determine Neglect through Blood Testing
In Nebraska many animals are left to suffer terribly because opinion is used to determine neglect. It hurts to be hungry because the body's natural response is pain. It dangerous for animals to be mal-nourished because their bodies will begin to deteriorate without proper nourishment.
Blood test can be used along with other factors to determine neglect and to help the animal in question. This is petition is intended to help rescue neglected animals.
Please take action by signing this petition and encourage others to do the same.
26. Fenced Dog Parks for Toowoomba
There are currently plenty of off leash areas but no fenced areas for dogs in the Toowoomba area. This simply makes it unsafe for dogs to play, especially for those who are deaf of have other disabilities.
Dog parks are great for allowing dogs to get proper socialization and exercise in a secure contained space.
They also allow parents to safely bring their smaller children to the park without fear that an over zealous dog might knock them down.
27. Save HappyPaws Haven, Stop Clarence Valley Council Shutting Us Down
When property was bought, two neighbours on one side, in conjunction with my old neighbour in town tried to stop HappyPaws Haven from operating at the new location before we had even moved in and publicly said in front of 40 people that they would not rest until i had gone.
The council gave permission to operate HappyPaws Haven with 6 dogs but said that I could own as many dogs as I like. When dogs have not been re-homed within 2-3 months I then register them in my own name and take full responsibility for them in a long term manner until a suitable owner can be found regardless of how long that might take.
28. My dog saved my life, help me save him
I'm a 25 year old single mother who has had Type 1 Diabetes since the age of 5. My daughter is 2 years old. Since my pregnancy I have lost my hypo symptoms which means I can lose conciousness before realising that there is a problem. As a result of this I took on a dog from a local rescue as it has been well documented that dogs can alert their diabetic owners to an impending hypo.
Almost 2 years later my Housing Association have decided to try to take me to court to force me to get rid of him (I own my flat so can't just move to new accommodation as I'm in negative equity). Removing Harley (my 2 year old Labrador) could result in serious injury or even loss of life for myself of my young daughter.
Currently he is not a registered assistance dog as there was a 3 year waiting list for a registered dog. I have spoken to the charity (Hypo Alert Dogs UK) who who will agree to assess him for training and my own trainer feels confident that he would be suitable for this however he first requires his Kennel club Good Citizen awards, something which, all told, will cost me in the region of £500 (needs some 1-2-1 lessons first to improve his manners on-lead).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/sheffield/hi/people_and_places/newsid_9382000/9382570.stm
29. Government should re-introduce a more policable effective dog license
I have spent all my life living and working with dogs. I know that many cases of cruelty and neglect could be prevented, many dog attacks and dog fights could be avoided with a relatively small amount of education.
We wouldn't allow someone to drive a car without education and licencing however there is no restrictions on the ownership and breeding of dogs, which has left us with rising numbers of them in rescue centers and increased problems with antisocial behaviour and public nuisance. Dogs give us their all, they deserve better.
30. Leash-free time at Mt Coolum beaches
Please support this petition. It will help those who have dogs keep them well-behaved and healthy, with minimal impact. Those who dislike dogs can be reassured that they have a limited and legal place to exercise, minimising dogs off leash at other times. Our 4 main reasons for this petition are:
1. Well-behaved dogs are part of well-functioning communities- but dogs need to be cared for. There are many documented benefits of keeping dogs as pets – for individuals, families, and neighbourhoods as a whole. Dogs provide companionship and reduce loneliness for singles and the elderly; they teach children about ‘caring’ and responsibility; they promote daily exercise, reducing health risks; and they encourage Residents to speak and get to know each other, reducing social isolation. However, dogs must be looked after responsibly, both to ensure neighbours’ rights to well behaved pets, and for owners’ rights to care adequately for their pets. Evidence exists that, regardless of breed, dogs need a measure of free running and the opportunity to adequately socialise with other dogs.
2. Lack of opportunity in Town of Seaside / Boardwalk / Mt Coolum / Yaroomba /North Marcoola neighbourhoods. One must drive 7kms to North Shore beach, 4kms to a Marcoola south park or 7kms to Stumer’s Creek (from Seaside Boulevard). In the past, dogs could run around yards but housing lots in our area are non-traditional, typically with little or no yard. This lack of public space disadvantages those who are limited in being able to drive outside these neighbourhoods - young families, the elderly, the disabled, those who are unwell and those working long hours – as well as the growing number of residents who do not wish to make unnecessary road trips.
3. A balance is needed between those who have dogs and those who don’t. The dog-owning population is substantial, even if they do not have a lobbying ‘voice’. Figures for SE Qld suggest that some 40% of households keep a dog. Those who enjoy the companionship of dogs (both owners and others) and those who do not like dogs, have needs to be respected. Both groups in the community – those who keep a dog, as well as those who do not - rely on Council to assist in keeping the community’s interests in balance. There is room for both types of resident to live happily in the community, and for shared and different interests to be allowed, within limits and within the law. There is always room to adjust how things are done, if this brings greater balance to the community. A trial to test the feasibility of a limited-hour dog exercise area would inform Council’s efforts to balance community interests on this issue for this part of the Coast.
4. Low impact option exists. There are many examples, both on the Sunshine Coast and elsewhere, of ‘low impact’ dog exercise zones that work for residents. Such a solution, a space that allows exercise on a highly restricted basis - during set times, mid-week only, in a designated area – will do much to benefit the local neighbourhoods, residents and visitors alike, without providing a fully dedicated 24/7 dog exercise area nor dictating a car journey for this purpose.
What is proposed: To trial a space for residents to exercise pets within a strictly designated area in strictly designated times.
