What do you think of the proposed legislation in California that would require all pet owners, both dog and cat, to fix their animals by the age of 5 months or face a $500 fine? (there would be an exception for breeders, shelters and show dogs)
At first I thought, what a great idea. But the more I think of it, the more I can see flaws in such an absolute solution. Would it basically mean the extinction of "mutts". Or maybe a doggy "black market". LOL But seriously, while I am all for spaying and neutering you animals (I think any responsible pet owner should), I'm not sure mandated pet altering is a good thing. It's not going to stop the inconsiderate, irresponsible s.o.b.s whould let their animals run all over the city breeding like rabbits. And who exactly is going to enforce this new law? The pet police? Is your family vet going to be required to turn in offenders? How is this supposed to work exactly?
I can see some major holes in this plan. What do you think?
2007-06-25
06:40:43
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