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Reuse, recycle, rescue: Rescue means experience, specialization, and knowledge

By Vicki DeGruy | Published: 04/30/1998

For many of us, becoming involved in rescue wasn’t something we planned. Someone who knew we bred dogs knew someone who wanted to be rid of one and called to see if we’d be interested in it.



Dog training clubs confront serious challenges

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 04/30/1998

Ten years ago, dog owners had few choices for training their pets. Classes were sometimes offered in adult education programs, at local animal shelters, or at independent businesses, but the bedrock of dog training was the obedience…



1997 NAIA Rescue Symposium

By Patti Strand | Published: 12/31/1997

For several years, purebred dog fanciers have operated rescue programs for dogs that need new homes. Generally, the rescues are breed-specific, although some do cover several breeds that have small numbers of dogs needing help.…



Reuse, Recycle, Rescue: Just What Is This “Rescue” Anyhow?

By Vicki DeGruy | Published: 12/31/1997

What, exactly, is “rescue”? In its broadest sense, rescue is the rehoming of unwanted or abandoned pets. In the public’s mind, there is very little difference between rescue groups and animal shelters. In reality,…



Animal Shelter and Pet Rescue Issues for the 21st Century

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 12/31/1997

On September 21, Gary Patronek VMD, PhD, stood in front of 200 rescue advocates in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and said that “pet overpopulation” is a meaningless term.



California Federation Fights for Dog Owners’ Rights

By Judy Coffman | Published: 12/31/1997

The California Federation of Dog Clubs was formed in 1990 after the disbanding of Responsible Dog Owners of the Golden State. RDOGS had been successful in getting a state-wide generic dangerous dog law passed and so precluded the…



A Tale of Two Dog Laws

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 10/31/1997

Dog owners and fanciers are facing an onslaught of restrictive laws at state and local levels throughout the country. Animal rights activists promote breeder restrictions in the guise of consumer protection laws and solutions to…



Wolf Hybrid Owners Face Double Whammy

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 10/31/1997

Wolf hybrids, those canines that are crosses between wolves and dogs, are feared by many, maligned by some, and canines non grata in a growing number of communities. The reasons? Like many animals, hybrids can be unpredictable and…



DNA Identification

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 10/31/1997

It’s the stuff of which science fiction is made. First, a drop of bird’s blood, then a horse’s hair, now a few cells from inside the cheek of a Best in Show dog - the progression has been steady, leading DNA experts…



Missouri Federation of Animal Owners

By Anne Edwards | Published: 10/31/1997

The Missouri Federation of Animal Owners educates the public and informs members of proposed legislation that may affect them as animal owners, users, and enthusiasts. We are the experts on the animal rights movement in Missouri…



A Woman’s Work Is Never Done

By Carol Williams | Published: 10/31/1997

This story actually began in 1973 with the first updating of the Clark County, Washington, animal control ordinance in 15 years. We didn’t know at the time that we were waging a war that would go on for years and perhaps never…



Widening the Winner’s Circle

By Pat Hastings | Published: 10/31/1997

Anyone who knows me will tell you that I have an opinion on just about every aspect of the dog world. If you and I have not met yet, allow me to introduce myself. I began in dogs as an owner - simply one among millions with a love…



RPOA Breaks New Ground in Texas

By Mary Beth Duerler | Published: 10/31/1997

In case you haven’t heard, there’s an insidious cancer creeping across the country called ‘animal rights.’ Crazy as it sounds, their agenda is to end all use of animals, including pet ownership.



Pet Lemon Laws and Nails in the Coffin

By Anna Sadler | Published: 10/31/1997

Cat and dog fanciers have long been their own worst enemies in the breeding ban wars, and the reason for this is the intense love they feel for the pets that they breed, show and that share their homes.



California Bill Charges $250 for Breeder Permit

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 10/31/1997

California Senate Bill 621 has been amended to include a $250 annual permit for anyone who has sold, transferred, or given away “one or more dogs during the preceding calendar year” or sold a puppy or kitten received…



Spay or Pay

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 10/31/1997

The Los Angeles, California, Board of Animal Commissioners has approved a proposal for a tax of $500 on unsterilized pets. The ordinance was drafted by the city’s Pet Population Task Force in an attempt to deal with a large…



New York State Prohibits Breed-Specific Legislation

By Sue Weiss | Published: 10/31/1997

Ten years in the Assembly without passage! No Senate sponsor around - then along came the Long Island Coalition of Dog Fanciers and rattled the crates.



Need a Fundraiser for Your Local Shelter?

By Patti Strand | Published: 10/31/1997

Like many other states, Oregon is in the throes of a taxpayer revolt. Over the last few years Oregonians have authorized two separate tax reduction measures that have effectively slashed government funding for all but the most essential…



Why Pennsylvania’s Dog Clubs Fought for a Puppy Lemon Law

By Dotsie Keith | Published: 10/31/1997

In some parts of our country, purebred dog fanciers are fighting against overly restrictive state and local laws that have been imposed on breeders. Why then, would the 108 dog clubs of the Pennsylvania Federation of Dog Clubs fight…



OVDO Wants Changes in Animal Cruelty Bill

By Norma Bennett Woolf | Published: 10/31/1997

Ohio Valley Dog Owners is in the unenviable position of opposing an animal cruelty bill in the Ohio House of Representatives because it does not make exemptions for customary animal husbandry practices, require training or adherence…



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