We all know how special interest groups can blow things out of proportion – like the nonexistent “Exotic Pet Crisis.
The Animal Welfare Act 2006 and the pet owner – its not just pet insurance you need but common sense too! The Animal Welfare Act 2006 finally came into force in England in March 2007 and in Wales in April 2007.
Confessions of a Dog Catcher by Llisa Duffy-Korpics, is one of those hidden gems that deserves a wider audience. Even nine five-star reviews probably won’t be enough to save this book, which means it will probably be as lost and forgotten as some of the stray animals Lisa rounds up.
There are many avenues to investigate when searching for a dog – from pedigree breeders and owners of a mongrel that has produced puppies to a rescue centre. It helps to be fully informed of all possible advantages and disadvantages before you decide.
There is a lot of talk going on about what to do with the issue of feral cat population. Some measures have been proposed which will allow residents to kill what they perceive to be feral cats on their property. This suggestion has caused a bit of a stir, and amongst cat lovers, it is quite understandable.
