Mandatory spay/neuter laws are usually considered by state and local governments in response to animal control concerns in the community. Proponents believe that mandatory spay/neuter laws will reduce the number of animals at the local shelters and strays roaming in neighborhoods. However, these laws have not proven an effective solution to animal control concerns and punish responsible breeders and those who choose to keep intact dogs for conformation, field trials, hunting, and other similar activities.
Mandatory spay/neuter laws are very difficult to enforce, and in some cases result in public health concerns when owners avoid routine veterinary appointments to hide their lack of compliance. They also by their very definition prevent consumers from being able to obtain a healthy, well-bred dog from a responsible breeder. Rather than impose a mandatory spay/neuter law, lawmakers should instead focus on enforcing effective animal control laws, implementing a low-cost spay/neuter program, and considering public education programs to promote responsible dog ownership. The American Kennel Club, as well as many local dog clubs, can assist communities in developing effective animal control laws and public education programs that address the issue of irresponsible ownership while still protecting the rights of responsible owners and breeders.
Thanks for trying to take action! There’s no need to act on this campaign because either your elected officials were not included or there’s currently a vacancy in your district.
Thanks for trying to take action! Unfortunately, we could not send your message because:
None of the officials targeted in this campaign accept the type of communication chosen by your organization.
No further action is needed at this time. Thank you again.
Thank you for trying to take action. Unfortunately, none of your officials accept this type of communication.
Please do not close this window. You will need to come back to this window to enter your code.
We just sent an email to ... containing a verification code.
If you do not see the email within the next five minutes, please ensure you entered the correct email address and check your spam/junk mail folder.
Enter Your Info
Your Information
Please enter a valid mobile phone number.
You must text "START" to +19194436327 because you previously un-subscribed.
Home Information
Enter Zip for City and State
Business Information
Enter Zip for City and State
Enter Your Info
Additional Information
Your message has not been sent! Your officials require the following additional information to be submitted in order for this message to be delivered to them.
The prefix you selected is not accepted by at least one of your legislators. Please choose one of the following prefixes:
