A New Law Will Make It Illegal To Abandon Dogs In The Middle Of A Natural Disaster
Thousands of people abandon their dogs fully to their destiny when fleeing to a safe location after natural catastrophes, which is one of the most heartbreaking things to see. Tornadoes, hurricanes, and storms may put these helpless animals in a lot of distress, especially if they don’t have the tools to flee and fight for their life.
“We want to give these pets a chance,” said the owner.
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Many groups give it their all and always return a few days later to save as many animals as possible. Now, a new rule in Florida aims to safeguard hundreds of innocent puppies from being abandoned in these desperate circumstances: abandoning a dog in the middle of an emergency crisis, whether natural or man-made, will be unlawful.
“Like people, we want these canines to be able to fight for their life.”
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The law also establishes that vets will be able to provide information about the persons who were responsible for leaving their dogs in such a dangerous scenario. This complaint can be filed directly with the state’s appropriate authorities.
Veterinarians will have the ability to file complaints without notifying pet owners.
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Joe Gruters proposed House Bill 1738. It stipulates that anybody who abandons a dog in the midst of a cyclone or tornado must pay a fee and might face accusations of animal cruelty. In Florida, a breach of the statute can result in a sentence of up to one year in prison.
A fine of up to $5,000 may be imposed.
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There hasn’t been a single vote against this measure thus far. It received unanimous approval from the Senate’s Agricultural Committee and is currently being considered by the State Senate.
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In the middle of these situations, cats, horses, and a variety of other animals are frequently left behind. Unfortunately, Bill 1738 only protects dogs, but we believe that this will set a strong precedent for continuing to protect all animals during natural catastrophes.
Prior to this regulation, there were existing municipal rules that made it illegal to abandon animals in dangerous situations.
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We are hopeful that this proposal will be authorized, saving the lives of thousands of creatures that do not deserve to be ignored at this vital time.