Links - Pending Legislation

Amend PA Humane Enforcement

Twenty years ago a decision was made to turn enforcement of 5511 (Animal cruelty and abuse law) over to private non-profit Animal Shelters. That decision was a result of the failure of other law enforcement agencies to enforce animal crulety laws. Ra...
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Pennsylvania Coalition Against Tethering

The coalition is dedicated to educating the public and promoting legislation to end the widely tolerated practice of chaining dogs for life, or for extended periods of time. The Coalition seeks reasonable, responsible and enforceable anti-tethering l...
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Pennsylvania Legislation (ADOA)

Comprehensive listing of pending PA bills plus a selection of local legislation. Since 1970, the ADOA has been the voice of responsible dog owners and member dog organizations from across the United States, advocating for the protection of public hea...
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PA Coalition for Canine Quality (PACCQ)

A grassroots coalition of kennel owners (breeding, training and boarding) and other persons concerned with canine quality of life. The group was formed in response to draft regulations proposed by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The s...
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pfdc-l (Pennsylvania Federation of Dog Clubs, Inc.)

A moderated list for people interested in the activities and purposes of the Pennsylvania Federation of Dog Clubs, Inc. ...
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Proposed Changes to PA Code - Dog Law Enforcement

The amendments add definitions and set forth more specific and stringent provisions related to kennel requirements and related enforcement. ...
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