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OP-ED: How a Regulated Pet Supply Chain Supports Global Conservation Efforts
This week, Pets+ Magazine published an op-ed from Sandy Moore, CEO of the Pet Advocacy Network, who argues that a secure, sustainable pet supply chain can help solve the industry’s biggest challenges. By sourcing animals like birds, dogs, and cats from above-board options, prospective pet owners can choose the animal that best fits their needs… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Thanks Delaware Legislature for Rejecting Attempt to Close Pet Stores
Bill Would Have Driven Pets, Families Into Black Market Washington, D.C. – Today, the Pet Advocacy Network thanked the Delaware legislature for passing an amended version of House Bill 131, which will save small pet businesses that were under threat of closing. As originally written, House Bill 131 would have banned licensed and inspected pet… Learn More
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Flesh-Eating Screwworm Found in New Mexico Family’s Dog
Pet Advocacy Network Calls for Passage of Federal Farm Bill With Healthy Dog Provision to Help Prevent Spread of Disease Washington, DC – Today, the Pet Advocacy Network (PAN), an association representing the responsible pet care community, urged the Senate to pass a Farm Bill with the Healthy Dog Importation Act (HDIA). The call comes… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Welcomes Senior Policy Advisor
Elizabeth Kunzelman Brings Decades of Experience in Pet Care Community Washington, D.C. – Today, the Pet Advocacy Network (PAN) announced the appointment of Elizabeth Kunzelman as a Senior Policy Advisor, where she will support PAN’s lobbying and advocacy efforts. Her addition comes at a time when the pet care industry faces mounting regulatory and legislative… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Announces Board Changes
The Board of Directors of the Pet Advocacy Network (PAN) has unanimously approved a series of leadership appointments and officer transitions designed to strengthen the organization’s governance and advance its long-term advocacy mission. Following formal Board action by unanimous written consent, PAN approved the appointment of John Mellace of Pet Express to the Board of… Learn More
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OP-ED: ‘Puppy mill’ bill bad for responsible pet shops
Massachusetts lawmakers are weighing a proposal that would ban the retail sale of pets. John Mellace, owner of Pet Express in Braintree and Saugus, published an op-ed in the Worcester Telegram & Gazette, arguing the measure would shutter responsible, family-owned stores like his that have spent over 20 years connecting residents with puppies from vetted… Learn More
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