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FWC Disorder Results in Needless Killing of Pet Snakes in Florida, Says Pet Advocacy Network
Statement from Pet Advocacy Network President and CEO Mike Bober: “The senseless killing on April 6 of nearly three dozen snakes at a reptile facility in Sunrise was tragic, and we extend our deepest sympathy to the animals’ owners. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officers killed 34 pythons that the owner was… Learn More
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City Council Passes Bill to Ban Guinea Pig Sales
The City – “Mike Bober, president and CEO of the Pet Advocacy Network, which represents pet shop owners, also suggested that the uptick in shelter intakes merely reflect a pandemic increase in pet ownership that may correct itself. ‘I would never want to diminish the importance of any animal’s life,’ Bober told THE CITY. ‘But… Learn More
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Texas HB 870 & SB 1989 Will Not Protect Animals but Will Harm Small Businesses
Statement by Pet Advocacy Network President and CEO Mike Bober: “On behalf of the responsible pet care community in Texas and across the country, we call on Texas lawmakers to reject HB 870 and SB 1989, legislation that prohibits the sale of dogs and cats by pet stores. This legislation will do nothing to stop… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Awards Recognize Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Care Community
Orlando, Fla. – March 22, 2023 – Six individuals and organizations have been recognized by the Pet Advocacy Network for their notable achievements towards promoting responsible pet care, advancing animal health and wellbeing, and advocating on behalf of pets. The awards were presented during a reception following the organization’s annual meeting on March 21 in… Learn More
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Investigation Update: Human Salmonella Infections Linked to Pet Bearded Dragons
March 3, 2023 – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that the investigation into the multistate occurrence of human Salmonella Muenster infections linked to contact with bearded dragons has concluded. Thirty-two cases of human Salmonella infections (12 people infected with Salmonella Vitkin and 20 people infected with Salmonella IIIb) have been… Learn More
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Pet Advocacy Network Says New York’s Pet Sales Ban Amendments are Meaningless
Statement from Pet Advocacy Network President and CEO Mike Bober: “New York’s statewide pet sales ban needs to be repealed, not revised with meaningless amendments like AB 981 that do nothing to protect pets, pet owners or the small business owners who are now facing the destruction of their livelihoods. Extending the effective date will… Learn More
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