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Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama  Some feel the reason we euthanize so many is because of an inherent lack of value we place on dogs. I would agree with that to some extent. Perhaps the way to increase that value is to make dogs more difficult to come by. Mandatory spay/neuter to own or possess a dog might be a good start. Require special licensing for all breeding capable pets. Would some people still be irresponsible and breed willy nilly any way? Of course, because it go back to the whole "people are stupid" idea. |
Our county does have a much higher fee for the required rabies licenses for un-neutered pets. It does not seem to deter people in this area.
There are many places in this country where many exotic animals do not require licensing, or it is really easy to get. I think it would be an uphill battle to make it harder for people to have a dog or cat.