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Ontario Animal Welfare Law Goes Into Effect

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The provincial government says it's gone from "worst to first" and Ontario is now the only jurisdiction in Canada with special protections for law-enforcement animals like police dogs and horses. Veterinarians are now required to report any instances of abuse or neglect.

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What To Do If You Find a Pit Bull

4 The Love Of Animals

However, any breed of dog that has been abused, neglected, or homeless may be aggressive to humans or other dogs. It may feel threatened, and animals that feel threatened instinctually protect themselves. Abused and neglected dogs may react aggressively to something that you consider non-aggressive. Advertise your pit bull.

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Preparing Your Pet for Winter

4 The Love Of Animals

Even if your pet is not outdoors for extended periods of time, it’s very important that you provide your pet with the right shelter. This shelter should have an entrance that faces away from the wind, and be covered to protect against harsh weather conditions.

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Steven M. Wise on Farm Animals

Animal Ethics

Their ethological needs and direct interests are neglected to the extent that their needs are not as congruent with higher productivity and profit. Their interests are primarily protected, if at all, through archaic state anti-cruelty statutes that were not passed in contemplation of the factory-farm or genetic engineering.