[ SHOWGSD-L ] If PAWS or this one passes...
- From: "RivendellP" <rivendellp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: "Showgsd-l" <showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2005 16:24:06 -0700
"Listers"...here is what you can look forward to if we allow things to proceed
as they are. Read this proposed ordinance carefully...dogs could only be crated
for 1 hour a day under this...
I am particularly amused at the AKC response and position since a good deal of
this proposal mirrors many of the provisions of PAWS
Paul
Subject: [NAIA-AnimalTalk] Legislative alert: New Mexico: Urgent!!
We have heard from Patte Klecan in NM that a really horrific ordinance that is
AR all the way. PLEASE see that this gets to every person you know in New
Mexico! It includes limits, litter permits and $50 fees for unaltered dogs!
Charlotte McGowan, Legislative Liaison
http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=2582
Urgent Help Needed in Albuquerque [Thursday, August 11, 2005] Under the
guise of updating Albuquerque's animal control ordinance to help reduce
euthanasia rates at local animal shelters, City Councilor Sally Mayer has
instead proposed sweeping changes that would drastically limit fanciers'
ability to breed and own dogs, while doing little to address the city's
problems with irresponsible ownership. The proposal is currently set for a
final vote at the August 15th city council meeting. Fanciers are encouraged to
attend the meeting, which will be held in the Council Chambers on the
basement level of the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Center building
at One Civic Plaza NW, Albuquerque. The meeting beings at 5pm.
The proposal, known as the HEART ordinance (Humane and Ethical Animal
Regulations and Treatment), contains draconian regulations, oppressive fees,
and allusions to changing the status of animals as more than property. Worse,
the measure was put forth based on "findings" that were established
without any studies being conducted and without any input from responsible dog
owners and breeders.
The measure's restrictive provisions include:
a.. An annual $50 permit for each unaltered dog or cat over six months old.
b.. A litter permit, which expires six months after the date of issue. The
cost of this permit has not yet been established. Breeders would be limited
to 2 litters per year.
c.. A limit of six animals per household (four of the same species) unless
residents purchase a $50 multiple companion animal site permit.
d.. Requirements that owners microchip or tattoo their dogs and cats.
e.. Prohibiting the crating or tethering of dogs for more than 1 hour per day.
In applying for any permit, dog owners would be forced to comply with a long
list of provisions, including submitting to property and record-keeping
inspections.
Violations of the proposed ordinance could result in $500 fine and/or 90 days
in jail.
The American Kennel Club supports reasonable, enforceable, non-discriminatory
laws to govern the ownership of dogs, and we believe that dog owners should be
responsible for their animals. We further encourage pet owners to spay or
neuter their dogs as a responsible means to prevent accidental breedings
resulting in unwanted puppies. However, we believe that
the key to solving pet population concerns lies not in creating
overly-restrictive breeding regulations, but rather in educating the public
about responsible dog ownership and responsible breeding practices. Strong
enforcement of leash laws would also help prevent accidental breedings and lost
dogs - both of which contribute to animal population concerns.
Furthermore, if pet population is indeed a concern for the City of Albuquerque,
then an objective study group should be formed to address this issue with input
from members of various animal organizations, including purebred dog breeders.
It is critical that local fanciers immediately contact Albuquerque's city
officials and convey their strong opposition to this ordinance. Area
purebred dog owners, including members of the Rio Grande Kennel Club, are
working to oppose the ordinance and to support fair and reasonable animal
control legislation that does not penalize responsible owners and breeders.
However, more help is urgently needed!
What You Can Do:
AKC encourages dog owners to contact their city council member and express your
opposition. To find out who represents you on the Albuquerque City Council,
click here. It is extremely important that council members hear from their
constituents!
For more information, contact:
Patte Klecan
Rio Grande Kennel Club
BEDRCKBOUV@xxxxxxx
AKC's Canine Legislation department
919-816-3720, doglaw@xxxxxxx
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