Not exact matches
GRCA opposes mandatory spay /
neuter legislation because: 1) there is no evidence to suggest that it is effective
in achieving its stated goal; 2) it causes well - documented health and developmental problems
in some pets, especially when performed before sexual maturity; 3) it pushes responsible breeders out of the licensing
system; 4) it reduces the availability of well - bred healthy, home bred and raised puppies; 5) it encourages the importation of puppies and
dogs from less acceptable sources, including foreign countries; and 6) because laws that force owners to perform surgery on their pets without a rational basis for doing so may be unconstitutional.
Duties include: Perform 30 to 35 high - quality spay /
neuter surgeries per work day on
dogs, cats and rabbits Manage a team of three veterinary technicians Oversee volunteers assisting with clinics Document client communication and surgical notes on a Web - based records
system Address any post-op complications or concerns by clients
in a professional and timely manner Maintain and troubleshoot surgery equipment and vehicle equipment Attend staff and doctors» meetings monthly
1993 - Mandatory spay /
neuter law passed 1994 - Animal cruelty law (H.F. 637) passed 1997 - ARL sought custody of
dog in Iowa court
system 2000 - Felony animal torture law passed 2001 - Passage of law against bestiality 2002 - Bill introduced to make animal fighting a felony 2004 - Felony punishment animal fight law passed 2006 - Bill to have
dogs classified as livestock defeated 2007 - Legislation banning exotic pets passed 2008 - Dangerous wild animals and Pet Protection 2009 - Puppy Mill Bill 2010 - Puppy Mill Bill signed into law 2011 - Additional Puppy Mill legislation 2012 - Whistleblower Ag Bill (against)