Hi everyone. We are new members to ACC and currently live just south of the TN/KY line but are former residents and long time property owners in AL. It will be a 5-hr drive one way to Wetumpka, AL, but I'll be there because it is vital for a successful outcome that we strengthen the coalition between all animal owners. It is no longer just a good idea; it is critical that we unite to fight the onslaught of legislative attacks on our rights to own and/or breed the animals we love. The passing of the TN Commercial Breeder bill and various other AR backed legislation will happen in any state if those who own animals and wish to maintain their rights as business and property owners don't clearly understand the issues and the consequences of losing those rights and stand firm together. There is no doubt in our minds there would have been a different outcome in TN had there been a strong and united coalition in TN across the dog community, not to mention many groups of animal owners. We will make this meeting a priority and look forward to Oct. 18th. Vangie & Harry Bogner From: accmemberdiscussion-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:accmemberdiscussion-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of BABAMONK@xxxxxxx Sent: Saturday, September 19, 2009 12:30 AM To: accmemberdiscussion@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [accmemberdiscussion] Re: AL: Spay Neuter Law site has been updated Theresa, Please try to remember that we all share the same goal with regards to this legislation. The ACC has had the bill for only a few days and with the legislative session about 120 days away we will have the bill to the membership with analysis in plenty of time. It is not necessary to question the actions of someone who is strongly committed to the defeat of this legislation. The Alabama Canine Coalition is very grateful and thankful for the people that help us gather information on any legislation that challenge our rights as dog owners. Without them our job would be much harder. We are also grateful for the people that help us to understand the wording of the bills. The ACC works very hard to compile, understand and distribute information in a timely manner. The ACC appreciates its dedicated members that do their part in many ways. Reporting legislation, attending council meetings and educating about responsible dog ownership. We will work hard to strengthen every part of the ACC as time go on. We must be united in the fight. If in the future you have a question about the way the ACC board is handling something, please email me privately and I will be happy to discuss your concerns.. Thanks again for all the information you share with the list. Just as a reminder, the ACC annual meeting will be October 18,2009 in Wetumpka. Since you live close I hope you can attend. Our speaker is Perry Mobley and he will speak on HSUS and animal agriculture. He will also talk about the newly formed Animal Coalition that ACC is proud to be a member of. Baba