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02-20-2007, 01:50 PM | #1 |
Little Bit & Buttons Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: US
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| Following up on puppy mill legislation for PA Just wanted to let those that are interested know that we received this letter from the PA Governor's Office re their new puppymill legislation. For further information concerning their steps to clear up the problem, visit www.prisonersofgreed.com. They are making changes but more need to be made & now is the time to let them know of your stand. Thank you for your comments and concerns regarding dog law enforcement in Pennsylvania. Governor Rendell and Secretary Wolff have taken a personal interest in this matter, and have asked me to reply to your e-mailed letter on their behalf. The Governor has recently proposed major changes to Pennsylvania's Dog Law and regulations. He has hired additional staff to make sure current and future laws are enforced, including myself and a prosecutor dedicated to kennel law enforcement. Four kennel compliance specialists will also be hired to as a special enforcement team to focus on larger and non-compliant kennels. Members of the new Dog Law Advisory Board will also be included in these initiatives as they progress. I attach a copy of the Governor's press release to provide you with further information on these initiatives. Currently, the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement in the PA Department of Agriculture inspects all licensed kennels to ensure they are meeting the standards mandated by state law and regulations, and also takes action against kennels operating without a required license. As changes in the statute and laws are made, the Bureau will continue to ensure that all standards are met. The Dept. of Agriculture regulates and inspects PA kennels - both large and small, breeding kennels as well as other types like boarding kennels. The Governor has a keen and long-standing interest, as a dog lover, in improving the welfare of dogs in Pennsylvania - these initiatives are focused on this goal. I have four dogs - they are my beloved companions. I am delighted to be working with the Governor and Secretary to implement these initiatives. We appreciate your interest in this important subject. Thank you for contacting the Governor and Secretary Wolff about this. Sincerely, Jessie L. Smith, Esquire Special Deputy Secretary Dog Law Enforcement PA Dept. of Agriculture |
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02-21-2007, 04:43 AM | #2 |
Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member | YAY !! It's a START and I know they can do better - only FOUR specialists ??? but a start is a start !! - I'm off to write another letter and Thank you for posting this |
02-21-2007, 07:16 AM | #3 |
Luv My Butterflies Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: The Big Easy
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| YaYYYYYYYYYY! A baby step for animals is better than nothing. |
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