That's all I can stands.. I can't stands no more!!!

[moosmom]

it's time to toughen up with stricter laws and punishment that means something. It's past the time for help to be given to shelters so they can keep their doors open and help ALL the animals in need.

You go, girl!! I'm with you all the way!!! I don't mean to put a crimp in your knickers but, animal groups have been trying to YEARS to try and toughen the laws on animal cruelty and fight for stricter punishment to those who break the law. Unfortunately, the politicians are $$$$ motivated. It makes me sick. If it doesn't mean money in their pockets, or a raise, they couldn't care less. That's why I hate politicians. They're greedy bastards who only think of themselves.

Animals can't talk so we have to be their voices. Here is what I think needs to be done:

1. MANDATORY laws requiring EVERY animal be spayed/neutered. PERIOD. No exceptions, no vouchers (because they obviously don't seem to work, at least not well)

2. MANDATORY FELONY convictions for every single cruelty case. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

3. MANDATORY licensing for every breeder.

If you need any help, let me know (from one paralegal to another). I'd LOVE to get these laws changed. But I have a feeling that it won't happen anytime soon (at least not in MY lifetime). But it definitely needs to be done.

[Freedom]

Great idea! I just happened to be on the ASPCA web site yesterday; they offer a brochure with the laws of many of the states. I doubt it will have the legal references and all, but it may be of interest to you in this endeavor. Here is the link:

https://secure2.convio.net/aspca/sit...6duig91.app23b

You will probably have to copy and paste this link.

[Beauty17]

I do give support. I think that each person can find a way (or ways) to do his/her own special good in the world - and you are clearly called to this particular task. Please give yourself credit for taking it on - regardless of the pitfalls and doldrums you may encounter.

[Corinna]

Hugs and Praayers to you for this under taking . We here in Montana cheering you on.

[catmandu]

The sad thing is that many people who abuse animals have been abused themselves.
And most politicians are loooking for graft, and truly dont care about the poor and the animals who dont vote.
We wish you all the sucess in the world.
If it helps one Animal, it will be worth it.

[GreyhoundGirl]

High 5 from the dogs !!

High ( how ever many toes cats have ) from the cats !!

High what ever other numbers of animal toes there are!

When you're done it, e-mail it on. I'll pass to everone I know. I'm behind you 100 %. However, I must add that I don't think we should have " manditory spaying and neutering " We would never get those wonderfull mutts again. In MY personal opinion, spaying and neutering should be free to ALL dogs.

As for cats.... Because there are WAY tooo many cats, I suggest 5$ TO every person who gets a cat spayed. ( 10 $ for 2 cats, 15 $ for 3 cats ECT. ) Sounds like a good idea to me.

So anyways, keep us updated and everyong pass it on.

YOU GO GIRL !!

[momcat]

First of all, I cannot thank all of you enough for your encouragement and support. As I put this project together there's no question that the reaction from some will be, "Oh no, another one of those animal freaks!". I can only say "so what"! I don't know that this will result in a positive change or those in a position to do something won't put it in the circular file. Regardless, in my heart I'll know I tried. A message I want to send to legislators is we love our pets, we care about the welfare of all animals, and WE VOTE!!!!!
I started the preliminary research today to get a sense of what's out there and plan a research strategy. Can't wait to really get into this.
I will be letting you know how this progresses.

[Catty1]

Two ideas I have had:

Make spaying and neutering a tax-deductible expense.

Also - I tried this in Ontario once - how about the vets having gift certificates for spay/neuter only? (as in, it's not money you can use for cat food or etc).
This would make great gift ideas!

In ON, I was told that the head Vet organization - whatever it was - didn't approve of such things, because it would create competition.

This was 20 years ago...perhaps times have changed.

I know we have a couple of lawyers on Pet Talk, and legal assistants who make a good number of legal eagles all together, and the more practical suggestions we can make, the better.