Sentences with phrase «dog welfare issues»

Some of my co-authors on this paper and I conducted some national benchmarking and strategic planning projects for the federal government that gave us better insight into other farm, security, government, assistance and racing dog welfare issues.

«The veterinary profession is doing a lot to highlight dog welfare issues but our frustration is that by the time someone comes in to the veterinary surgery with a new puppy it's too late to tell the client that they may not have made the best choice.

We work closely with politicians and policy makers across the UK and internationally to raise awareness of dog welfare issues.

Not exact matches

Founded in 1891, Dogs Trust, formerly known as the National Canine Defence League (NCDL), has always campaigned on dog - welfare related issues to ensure a safe and happy future for our four - legged friends.

BASC also looks forward to discussing the detail on issues such as trophy hunting, the intensive rearing of game birds, gun dog sales and electronic training collars to ensure unintended consequences that could damage animal welfare and the contribution of shooting are avoided.

But one thing that I have learned in my years in animal welfare is that kindness to animals is an issue that cuts across all political, economic, social and racial lines — especially when it comes to our dog and cat animal companions.

We're strengthening our ties with local organizations such as St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program and Nipissing University in an effort to raise awareness about animal welfare issues, to increase community involvement and successful animal adoptions, and to heighten respect towards all animals.

Many animal welfare groups take issue with the over-breeding of pedigree dogs to meet arbitrary physical standards and at the expense of health problems and physical ailments, but none with quite the zeal of PETA.

She has been named the North American Veterinary Conference (NAVC) Small Animal Speaker of the Year and frequently consults with governments world - wide about legal and welfare issues of pet dogs and behavioral, welfare and performance issues pertaining to working dogs.

We need to take a stand on some of these issues that affect the health and welfare of thousands of dogs.

The Audit Report revealed some issues of non-compliance at the Lost Dogs» Home, but the bigger issue is not how one organisation operates against a fairly minimal standard, but how an entire state values the lives and welfare of companion animals.

Although the dog's welfare is rarely the core of the issue, such seizures and convulsions may put the dog in a harmful situation, and is often terrorizing the dog, who now lives in fear and anxiety.

It has long been recognised that obesity and the resulting possibility of adverse health problems can be a serious welfare issue in dogs.

Thorse Dog Rescue also educates visitors about crucial animal welfare issues such as pet overpopulation and puppy mills and are currently setting up programs to speak at schools and businesses about these issues.

The side benefit of animal control not taking homed animals to the shelter is that they then get to focus their time and efforts on dealing with truly aggressive dogs (a public safety issue) and prosecuting cruelty / neglect cases (an animal welfare and public safety issue) that will lead to improved public safety.

I don't have an issue with people having / breeding show dogs as long as the dogs welfare isn't effected.

The seminar will be helpful for owners of dogs who exhibit shy, fearful, or anxious behaviors, and dog trainers, rescue and animal welfare professionals, or other pet care professionals who work with dogs with these behavior issues.

The awards recognise individuals who have highlighted a particular cat or dog issue after carrying out a practical placement at one of the welfare organisation's UK centres.

Just like in humans, dogs, cats, and even birds, being overweight unfortunately plays a major part in the health of your pet rabbit and is considered a pet welfare issue.

Animal welfare workers often have to deal with instances where owners know their dog should be euthanized due to terminal health issues, but reject the responsibility of seeing their dog through this final stage of his or her life.

Focusing on quality of life issues and animal welfare, Shelter Dogs offers the viewer an almost - too - intimate look into the lives of these innocent homeless creatures.

Several animal welfare organizations that provided major support for Missourians for the Protection of Dogs and the campaign to pass Proposition B, the Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act, issued the statements in response to the «compromise» announced today by Gov. Jay Nixon and the Missouri Department of Agriculture.

This included: pressure on Defra and other bodies to supply long term funding for the Dog Advisory Council; extending the Council's powers so that it becomes an independent regulatory body; compulsory microchipping; the licensing of breeders who breed 3 litters or more a year; the KC to adopt the Advisory Council's Breeding Standard; improved education of the general public including Animal Welfare as part of the core curriculum of schools; the Defra Code of Practice for the Welfare of Dogs to include breeding and genetic welfare issues; endorsement of the RSPCA Puppy Contract by all stakeholders.

The Advisory Council on the Welfare Issues of Dog Breeding (DAC) was set up in response to «Pedigree Dogs Exposed» and the publication of the three subsequent welfare reports.

It would be safe to assume that most MPs will not be aware of the history of the concern about the welfare issues around dog breeding or the lack of provision for companion animal welfare within Defra.

Her Linda Blair Worldheart Foundation shelters rescued dogs at its California facility and raises awareness of animal welfare issues around the world.

It is preparing its programme of priorities for dog welfare and it is hoped that some of the breeding issues will be tackled.

Money raised is donated for research into the health issues of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels; Cavalier rescue and welfare; and campaigning for the reform of dog breeding.

To me the first thing is that a breeder takes responsibilty for the lives they have produced in case the placement does not work out for whatever reason, without making it a personal issue with the buyers — the welfare of the dog should be the priority.

«Pedigree Dogs Exposed» put the issue of dog breeding at the top of the animal welfare agenda and resulted in the publication of three more welfare reports on the issues around dog breeding.

SC raised the issue of how dog breeds have changed in appearance over time and have become more exaggerated to the detriment of the welfare of the dogs.

In time, better systems for managing dog over population will hopefully be established to more adequately address the issue of free - roaming dogs in this region of Brazil, as well as other areas around the world, that also encompass animal welfare.

In the future, we would recommend further studies to further explore the impacts of the program on the welfare of community dogs and the possibility of implementing this program in other regions facing issues with free roaming dogs.

In addition to rescuing dogs, our organization educates and advocates for a range of issues including pet overpopulation (the importance of spaying and neutering), breed discrimination, dog bite prevention, and animal welfare laws.

Thank you for raising awareness about animal welfare issues, for sharing posts about adoptable animals on social media, for participating in our events, for donating your time and talent, for supporting individual animals in crisis, and for dropping off dog and cat food and other supplies when we are lowon resources.

«The dog meat trade is one of the most serious animal welfare issues in Asia, and this summer has been unprecedented in the number of dog and cat trucks intercepted,» said Dr. Polak, the International Director of Animal Welfare for Soi Dog Foundation, the premiere agency working throughout Asia to end the inhumane and barbaric dog meat tradog meat trade is one of the most serious animal welfare issues in Asia, and this summer has been unprecedented in the number of dog and cat trucks intercepted,» said Dr. Polak, the International Director of Animal Welfare for Soi Dog Foundation, the premiere agency working throughout Asia to end the inhumane and barbaric dog meat tradog and cat trucks intercepted,» said Dr. Polak, the International Director of Animal Welfare for Soi Dog Foundation, the premiere agency working throughout Asia to end the inhumane and barbaric dog meat traDog Foundation, the premiere agency working throughout Asia to end the inhumane and barbaric dog meat tradog meat trade.

Many animal welfare organizations have an issue with rescue groups buying dogs at auctions.

We've written about the dangers of leaving dogs in hot cars before - unfortunately, it's still a pressing issue that dog welfare charities are working...

It aims to inform the public about the welfare issues associated with dog breeding.

Camp activities may include crafts and games, guest speakers (for example, a police dog demonstration, a therapy dog animal, etc.), and service projects such as making beds, blankets, toys, or treats for shelter animals; decorating bandanas to spruce up shelter dogs; building bird feeders for wildlife; or designing posters or other materials to educate the public about issues regarding animal welfare.

The Year of the Northern Dog is a program aimed at bringing awareness, attention and action to the escalating animal welfare issue in Canada — Northern dog overpopulatiDog is a program aimed at bringing awareness, attention and action to the escalating animal welfare issue in Canada — Northern dog overpopulatidog overpopulation.

The footage prompted authorities to seize 16 dogs in urgent need of veterinary care, and to issue the puppy mill operators a notice to comply with animal welfare standards.

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«By camouflaging their true agenda and encouraging the public to confuse animals rights philosophy with the public's own belief in principles of animal welfare, they have organized a powerful, highly sophisticated, media - savvy international movement designed to cash in on the fear, concern and ignorance people have regarding animals and animal issues,» says Patti Strand, AKC Board Member and executive director of the National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA), an animal welfare organization that supports responsible use of animals and works to protect our rights to own and breed dogs.

With 125 years of experience in the study and welfare of dogs, the AKC is a leading expert on responsible dog ownership, care, well - being, and public policy issues that pertain to dog ownership.

There are two major animal welfare issues that surround commercial dog breeding.

«With items purchased by generous donors from Elizabeth's Wish List, FARVets has been able to positively affect communities both locally and abroad by helping with overpopulation and welfare issues of dogs and cats.

Animal welfare issues are another matter, but aside from these, we are seeing an increase in dogs with poor immune systems and hereditary or congenital defects being sold to an unsuspecting public.

Previously, information on cat and dog sterilization was presented as a convenience to the owner instead of as an animal welfare issue.

These reports addressed the issues of inbreeding, inherited disorders, and the overall welfare implications of pedigree dog breeding, making recommendations to improve current standards.