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The American Kennel Club and the Pet Animal Welfare Statute of 2005:
Whence Comes the Reversal of Course?

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An analysis of the proposed legislation in its historical context and the position of the American Kennel Club with respect thereto.

Jeffrey P. Helsdon
jhelsdon@sbo-law.com
www.tacomalawfirm.com

 

Table of Contents

Introduction

The Animal Welfare Act Overview

The Animal Welfare Act - The Statutory Environment

AWA Conclusions

The Regulations - The Definitions

The Licensing Regulations

The Care and Facilities Regulations

The Regulations - Conclusion

The Doris Day Animal League Lawsuit

The Doris Day Animal League Lawsuit - Conclusion

AKCs Official Position Against Federal Regulation

AKCs Official Position Against Federal Regulation - Conclusion

PAWS - [Downloadable Dealer Equation Flowchart - PDF Format]

  1. The $500 Sales Exemption
  2. The 6 Litter Exemption
  3. The 25 Sales Exemption - The Death of Rescue

The Four Percent Solution

The Internet Sales Rationale

Effect of PAWS on Home Businesses

Effect of PAWS on compliance with Local Zoning Ordinances

The Macro-Economic Effect of PAWS on Dog and Cat Suppliers

An Alternative Approach

Whence Comes the Reversal of Course?

 

 

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HAVE YOU CALLED TO VOICE YOUR OPPOSITION TO PAWS TODAY?

CALL:
202-224-2035
Senate Agricultural Committee

202-224-5270
Senate Appropriations Committee

202-225-2171
House Agricultural Committee

 


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