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Switzerland Bans Practice of Boiling Lobsters Alive Without Stunning First
This groundbreaking law bans the common practice of dropping lobsters and other crustaceans into boiling water without stunning the animals first.February 13, 2018 Animal Law Update -
Montreal Repeals Controversial Pit Bull Ban
Montreal’s new mayor has lifted the city’s sweeping ban on pit bulls, 15 months after the controversial restrictions went into effect.January 9, 2018 Animal Law Update -
California Becomes First State to Ban Retail Sale of Companion Animals
Laws like California’s are part of a growing movement to combat large-scale commercial breeding facilities.December 7, 2017 Animal Law Update -
Washington, D.C., Enacts Legislation to Protect Companion Animals in Cold Weather
As winter approaches, many caring people wonder what legal protections exist for companion animals left outside in very cold weather.December 1, 2017 Animal Law Update -
Illinois and New York Pass First Statewide Bans on the Use of Elephants in Entertainment
Illinois recently enacted the first statewide ban on the use of elephants in traveling acts, with New York following close behind.November 17, 2017 Animal Law Update -
California Supreme Court Reverses Protections for Elephants Confined at Los Angeles Zoo
Despite poor conditions for the Asian elephants at the Los Angeles Zoo, the California Supreme Court has overturned an injunction intended to improve their well-being.September 8, 2017 Animal Law Update -
Oregon Becomes 11th State to Pass “Good Samaritan Law” to Protect Dogs Left in Hot Cars
The new law provides that anyone may enter a motor vehicle to remove an unattended child or domestic animal as long as certain requirements are met.August 23, 2017 Animal Law Update -
Unique Connecticut Law Allows Court-Appointed Advocates to Represent Animals
Connecticut has become the first state to allow legal advocates to testify on behalf of animal victims in cruelty and neglect cases. -
Indiana Passes “Good Samaritan” Law to Protect Dogs in Hot Cars
Indiana is the ninth state to pass a “good Samaritan” hot car law allowing a citizen to forcibly enter a motor vehicle under certain conditions to rescue a companion animal confined inside.June 13, 2017 Animal Law Update -
Canadian Activist Acquitted of Criminal Charges for Giving Water to Thirsty Pigs Bound for Slaughter
Toronto animal advocate has been acquitted of all charges for offering water to overheated pigs on a transport truck bound for slaughter.June 9, 2017 Animal Law Update