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Please Do Not Tap On the Glass
Please Do Not Tap On the Glass
Covers animal rights, animal cruelty, and factory farming.
http://nothoney.com
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May 18
IRS chief declines to identify employees involved in scandal
IRS chief declines to identify employees involved in scandalBy Andy Sullivan and Kim Dixon WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The outgoing head of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service angered Republican lawmakers on Friday by resisting their demands that he identify who at the tax-collection agency had… -
May 17
RapidAdvance Acquires Health Care Financing Provider
RapidAdvance Acquires Health Care Financing ProviderBETHESDA, Md., May 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ – Rapid Financial Services, LLC (dba RapidAdvance), one of the nation’s leading providers of short-term working capital to small businesses, today announced that they have acquired the… -
May 15
Stocks shrug off weak European GDP data
Stocks shrug off weak European GDP dataPARIS (AP) — Stock markets shrugged off weak economic data in Europe on Wednesday even as news hit that the 17-country euro currency bloc is now in its longest-ever recession. Europe’s economic motor, Germany, returned to growth…
Rank this Week: 1392
Aimee's Law
Aimee's Law
Covers news and developments about rabies medical exemptions for sick and senior pets.
http://aimees-law.blogspot.com/
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May 17
Itchy Skin Tops Reasons for Veterinary Care
Itchy Skin Tops Reasons for Veterinary CareDr. Will Falconer, well-known homeopathic veterinarian, tells us why Itchy Skin Wins Big, A Mystery to Vets after a pet insurance company reports the top 10 reasons for our companion animals' vet visits. VPI’s policyholders spent over… -
May 16
Dr. Patricia Jordan Launches Pet Wellness Website
Dr. Patricia Jordan Launches Pet Wellness WebsiteHolistic veterinarian and author of "Vaccinosis: Mark of the Beast," Patricia Jordan DVM, has recently launched a new website which is sure to become a prized resource for pet owners interested in avoiding or remedying adverse reactions to… -
May 10
ACTION ALERT: CA Pet Owners Tell Your Representatives to OPPOSE AB272
ACTION ALERT: CA Pet Owners Tell Your Representatives to OPPOSE AB272According to The Rabies Challenge Fund, CALIFORNIA AB 272 to lower mandated rabies vaccination in dogs from four to three months was assigned to Senate Health Committee. It's hard to say why this California law to vaccinate puppies…
Rank this Week: 667
Animals Attorney
Animals Attorney
Covers animal law issues. By the Law Office of Dane E. Johnson.
http://www.animalsattorney.com/
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May 16
Ag-Gag bill’s First Amendment issues lead to Tennessee governor’s veto
Ag-Gag bill’s First Amendment issues lead to Tennessee governor’s vetoUndercover video surveillance of animal cruelty in Tennessee will not have to be surrendered to law enforcement, thanks to the veto this week of an “Animal Cruelty and Abuse Act” that would have effectively criminalized abuse… -
May 9
Oregon horse tripping bill advances in House
Oregon horse tripping bill advances in HouseHorse roping or horse tripping is the practice of roping the front or hind legs of a galloping horse, tripping and sending the animal crashing to the ground. Texas, California, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska,… -
Nov 15
Killing dogs and cats isn’t the answer for overcrowded shelters or companion animal overpopulation
Killing dogs and cats isn’t the answer for overcrowded shelters or companion animal overpopulationA Pennsylvania no-kill animal shelter is in the news today for its decision to discontinue contracts with local municipalities to accept strays collected by police. According to an article in the Morning Call, the Center for Animal Health and…
Rank this Week: 4016
Michael Markarian: Animals &…
Michael Markarian: Animals & Politics
Covers elections, ballot measures, and legislation. By the Human Society.
http://hslf.typepad.com/political_animal/
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May 16
The Good and the Bad in the Farm Bill
The Good and the Bad in the Farm BillThe House Agriculture Committee, late last night, approved its version of the Farm Bill, and with it included an important provision to close a loophole in the federal animal fighting statute and help crack down on people who attend and... -
May 14
A Radical Federal Attack on States’ Right
A Radical Federal Attack on States’ RightThe House Agriculture Committee will take up the Farm Bill tomorrow morning, and will consider an amendment offered by Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, that seeks to negate most state and local laws regarding the production or manufacture of… -
May 10
With Farm Bill Looming, Make a Call to Help Hen
With Farm Bill Looming, Make a Call to Help HenAs the House and Senate agriculture committees are both scheduled to take up the Farm Bill next week, there is much at stake for animal welfare. The Senate draft of the bill includes a provision to crack down on people...
Rank this Week: 620
Endangered Species Law & Policy
Endangered Species Law & Policy
Covers listing decisions, critical habitats and endangered species litigation. By Nossaman LLP.
http://www.endangeredspecieslawandpolicy.com/
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May 16
Idaho Enacts Law Declaring the State has Primacy over Resident Fish and Wildlife
Idaho Enacts Law Declaring the State has Primacy over Resident Fish and WildlifeThe State of Idaho enacted a law (pdf) this spring asserting that the State has “primacy over the management of fish and wildlife.” The law was introduced as Senate Bill 1061 and signed into law by Governor Butch Otter on March… -
May 15
National Research Council Recommends a Unified Approach to Assessing Risks to Endangered Species from Pesticide
National Research Council Recommends a Unified Approach to Assessing Risks to Endangered Species from PesticideThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for registering pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). As part of this process, the EPA must ensure that the use of the pesticide will not… -
May 13
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes Limited Exception to Endangered Species Act Protections for Lesser Prairie-Chicken
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes Limited Exception to Endangered Species Act Protections for Lesser Prairie-ChickenOn May 6, 2013, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) proposed (pdf) a limited exception to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections currently being considered for the lesser prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus). The…
Rank this Week: 733
Equine Law Blog
Equine Law Blog
Covers laws, legal developments, and "fine points" in the law that can have important consequences for businesses, associations, companies, non-profits, and individual horse owners. By Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC.
http://equinelawblog.com/
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May 14
Common Equine Breeding Disputes and How to Avoid Them
Common Equine Breeding Disputes and How to Avoid ThemHorse breeding transactions can generate several disputes, including the following: Problem The stallion’s show or race schedule prevents its availability for breeding by cooled semen or live cover. If the breeding will be… -
May 7
When Veterinary Malpractice Seems So Obvious That No Expert is Needed
When Veterinary Malpractice Seems So Obvious That No Expert is NeededIn a typical veterinary malpractice case, the plaintiff (the party suing the veterinarian) must retain a qualified expert witness in an attempt to prove that the veterinarian breached an applicable standard of care and that the breach, and… -
Apr 30
It Looks Like Veterinary Malpractice, But it’s Not
It Looks Like Veterinary Malpractice, But it’s NotNot every claim against a veterinarian is really a claim of veterinary malpractice. A small number of cases involving veterinarians are more appropriately brought as a claim of ordinary negligence on part of the veterinarian or the staff.…
Rank this Week: 2490
Animal Blawg
Animal Blawg
Covers animal law, ethics and policy. By Professor David N. Cassuto, Professor Luis E. Chiesa and law student Suzanne McMillan.
http://animalblawg.wordpress.com
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May 13
Hey Chicago–animal suffering lies behind that scenic splendor
Hey Chicago–animal suffering lies behind that scenic splendorKathleen Stachowski Other Nations Dear Chicago: We need to talk. You can trust me–I’m practically a native daughter. Heck, from my hometown in Indiana, we can look across Lake Michigan and see your skyline (well, on a clear… -
May 2
The wolverine: one gnarly dude…who needs our help
The wolverine: one gnarly dude…who needs our helpKathleen Stachowski Other Nations Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s the stinkiest, snarliest, gnarliest, wildest of them all? Why, Gulo gulo–the amazing wolverine–of course! And the gnarly little… -
Apr 21
Rabbit ranching: Pat the bunny, whack the bunny
Rabbit ranching: Pat the bunny, whack the bunnyKathleen Stachowski Other Nations Easter morning dawned bright and beautiful in Western Montana. I glanced out the window and there sat Sylvilagus nuttallii, the mountain cottontail. Though our mostly-wild,…
Rank this Week: 309
Animal Legal Defense Fund Blog
Animal Legal Defense Fund Blog
Covers animal cruelty, animal law, pet trusts, factory farming and animal neglect.
http://aldf.org/
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May 10
Legally Brief: Undercover Investigations & Public Transparency
Legally Brief: Undercover Investigations & Public TransparencyIn brief this week, the world of animal law saw Tennessee Attorney General Bob Cooper call the ag gag bill passed by Tennessee legislators "constitutionally suspect" and charge that the bill violates rights protected by the First Amendment to… -
May 3
Keeping Faith in a System That Doesn't Always Work
Keeping Faith in a System That Doesn't Always WorkHow many times have young activists, sometimes just out of high school, stopped me and asked "What is the best way to help animals?" I used to tell them: "Go to law school, the way I did, and make the legal system work for animals." I say… -
Apr 29
Animal Agriculture Is Hiding Information
Animal Agriculture Is Hiding InformationThe Animal Agriculture Alliance (
Rank this Week: 1219
Animal Rights: The Abolitionist…
Animal Rights: The Abolitionist Approach
Covers animal law and animal rights. By Gary L. Francione.
http://www.abolitionistapproach.com
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May 8
No, They Don’t “Dig” Cage-Free Egg
No, They Don’t “Dig” Cage-Free EggIn addition to the connection between sexism and speciesism illustrated here: The birds do not dig being in a cage-free facility, which is like being in one large cage. They don’t dig the fact that they are bought from hatcheries that… -
Mar 30
A Brief Note on “Ag Gag” Law
A Brief Note on “Ag Gag” LawI think that the “Ag Gag” laws are not a good idea for a number of reasons related generally to the suppression and chilling of speech. But to listen to the large animal groups, one would think that the “Ag Gag” laws… -
Mar 30
Robert Jensen and Species Equality
Robert Jensen and Species EqualityAccording to Professor Robert Jensen, an otherwise progressive thinker: “[N]o one really believes the quip, “A rat is a pig is a dog is a boy,” suggesting the equality of all life (or, at least, all mammalian life). To test…
Rank this Week: 773
Ribbons and Red Tape
Ribbons and Red Tape
Discusses horses and the laws that affect the equine world. By Corinna M. W. Charlton.
http://ribbonsandredtape.blogspot.com/
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May 7
Emotional and Legally: How do I know if a Horse is Right for Me?
Emotional and Legally: How do I know if a Horse is Right for Me?Both longtime horsemen and first time horse owners or lessees ask the same question: How do I know if a horse is right for me?Horse sales can often ride the fringe of unscrupulous dealings- there can be hidden commissions or agendas, or… -
Apr 19
Not Going Away: Dealing with a Lawsuit
Not Going Away: Dealing with a LawsuitI'm not going away, I'm not going Say goodbye forever, I'll wait for you in no man's land … -
Mar 28
There are TWO things that are certain in life....
There are TWO things that are certain in life....1. Your worst horse wouldn't be harmed if he was set loose on a freeway at rush hour, but your best horse will somehow injure himself in a rolling green idyllic pasture;2. The one day you choose to just "hop on" without a helmet will be the…
Rank this Week: 1907
Florida Animal Law
Florida Animal Law
Covers animal cruelty, animal trusts, animal ordinances, endangered species, and pet lemon laws.
http://www.floridaanimallaw.com/
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May 2
New Animal Law Newsletter
New Animal Law NewsletterThe Florida Bar Animal Law Committee's latest newsletter is available online as a pdf download. It features articles on urban farming and key deer along with other information about the committee. The ABA/TIPS Animal Law… -
Jul 26
News Roundup
News RoundupNew Science Emboldens Long Shot Bid for Dolphin, Whale Rights (Wired) -
Jul 19
New Book: A Worldview of Animal Law
New Book: A Worldview of Animal LawNationally renowned animal lawyers Bruce Wagman and Matthew Liebman have a new book out entitled "A Worldview of Animal Law." The Law and Politics Book Review has a
Rank this Week: 2155
Animal Law Blog
Animal Law Blog
By Amy A. Breyer.
http://animallawonline.blogspot.com/
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Apr 24
Adam Karp does it again!
Adam Karp does it again!A judge has almost doubled what the city of Des Moines must pay to the owners of Rosie, a dog shot and killed by police in 2010. He added $50,000 in attorney’s costs and fees to the $51,000 the city had agreed to pay the… -
Mar 30
Okla horse slaughter bill set to become law in Nov.
Okla horse slaughter bill set to become law in Nov.Disappointing. Read more at KOCO.com.... -
Mar 18
Art Night & Auction!
Art Night & Auction!The Animal History Museum is holding its big spring event on May 17th - "Art Night & Auction!" Sip champagne and nibble on appetizers, wander the indoor/outdoor space of a private gallery in North Hollywood, plus bid on some…
Rank this Week: 635
Georgia Law (Dog) - The Musings of…
Georgia Law (Dog) - The Musings of a Legal Beagle
Covers animal law, animal rights, animal cruelty cases, animal health, and current and newsworthy events pertaining to the treatment of animals (mainly dogs).
http://wwwgeorgialaw.blogspot.com/
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Apr 16
FLEAS, HEARTWORM AND DOGS: DAILY SUMMER DANGERS
FLEAS, HEARTWORM AND DOGS: DAILY SUMMER DANGERSThe Weather in Georgia is finally warming up, so I don't have to pack my sweater when I go to work. This would be all in good but warm weather brings worries to Mom about mosquitos-those biting annoying nasty creatures that like to… -
Feb 1
Animal cruelty bill in legislature - Tucson, Arizona
Animal cruelty bill in legislature - Tucson, ArizonaAnimal cruelty bill in legislature - Tucson News NowThank you for pushing for tougher punishment for animal abusers. Contact your representatives in Arizona and express your support!Tuck the Law DogVisit me at Twitter and Wordpress… -
Jan 28
Rainbow Bridge Anipal
Rainbow Bridge AnipalI realize I have not blogged since before the Christmas holidays. That does not mean to say that I have abandoned Blogger. I remain here, in the background, checking comments that my readers have so…
Rank this Week: 2288
Tuck the Law Dog
Tuck the Law Dog
Tuck is a legal beagle who works in a law office in Georgia. Tuck muses on animal rights, animal law, animal health, recent animal cruelty cases in all 50 states, and current events pertaining to animal rights and health (mainly dogs).
http://tuckthelawdog.wordpress.com/
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Apr 16
DOG DAILY DANGERS: FLEAS, MOSQUITOS AND HEARTWORM
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Feb 1
Animal Cruelty bill in legislature – Tucson News Now
Animal Cruelty bill in legislature – Tucson News NowAnimal cruelty bill in legislature – Tucson News Now. Another state considering tougher animal cruelty laws! Contact your representatives, people of Arizona, and voice your support! Tuck http://twitter.com/TuckTheLawDog -
Jan 28
RAINBOW BRIDGE ANIPALS
RAINBOW BRIDGE ANIPALSI realize I have not blogged since before the Christmas holidays. That does not mean to say that I have abandoned WordPress. I remain here, in the background, checking comments that my readers have so gratiously taken the…
Rank this Week: 2075
California Business Litigation…
California Business Litigation Attorney Blog
Covers business litigation, real estate, and equine law. By Adina T. Stern.
http://www.californiabusinesslitigationattorneyblog.com/
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Apr 2
What Is The Standard Of Care For A Veterinary Pre-Purchase Examination?
What Is The Standard Of Care For A Veterinary Pre-Purchase Examination?What is the standard of care for a veterinary pre-purchase examination? This question was asked recently in the March 2013 California case of Quigley v. McClellan. In that case the veterinarian who had been treating a horse since at least… -
Feb 12
Mediation: What You Should Know
Mediation: What You Should KnowCivil mediation in California (as opposed to mediation in family law or other cases) is a type of alternative dispute resolution that helps parties try to resolve their cases without having to face the time and expense of trial. Although… -
Jan 2
A New Year Brings New Laws to California In 2013
A New Year Brings New Laws to California In 2013Practicing law in January is always challenging because with the New Year there are always changes in California law. This year is no exception. Governor Jerry Brown signed over 800 new laws that took effect in California on January 1,…
Rank this Week: 4072
Companion Animal Law Blog
Companion Animal Law Blog
Covers companion animal law issues, including pet trust, dangerous dog statutes, zoning and land use.By Heidi Meinzer.
http://petlawblog.wordpress.com/
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Mar 31
A Sniff Is A Search By Any Other Name, But Is It Reliable? Florida v. Jardines and Florida v. Harri
A Sniff Is A Search By Any Other Name, But Is It Reliable? Florida v. Jardines and Florida v. HarriThe United States Supreme Court has weighed in on two K9 cases to conclude that a sniff is a search that must be supported by probable cause, and the reliability of that search is judged under the totality of the … Continue reading… -
Aug 4
More on Tracey v. Solesky and Maryland dog bite case
More on Tracey v. Solesky and Maryland dog bite caseThe Maryland General Assembly’s Task Force appointed to address Tracey v. -
May 10
Hi Five! The USDA Proposes Rule to Close Internet Loophole
Hi Five! The USDA Proposes Rule to Close Internet LoopholeToday, the U.S.
Rank this Week: 3155
Equine Law Blog
Equine Law Blog
Updates and articles on equine law. By Alison Rowe, Attorney at Law.
http://equinelaw.alisonrowe.com/
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Dec 14
Petition For Review Denied in Hilz v. Riedel
Petition For Review Denied in Hilz v. RiedelToday, the Supreme Court of Texas denied review in Hilz v. Riedel, a Fort Worth Court of Appeals decision reversing a summary judgment granted pursuant to Chapter 87 of the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies… -
Dec 7
Equine Law Webinar Archive Now Available
Equine Law Webinar Archive Now AvailableIn case you missed our webinar entitled "Top Three Things that Cause Equine Litigation and How to Avoid Them," you can still view the entire archived webinar which can be accessed by following this link. If you did not… -
Nov 29
Cat Breeder Jim Smith Explains Evils of Texas Puppy Mill Bill In Response to Texas Tribune Article
Cat Breeder Jim Smith Explains Evils of Texas Puppy Mill Bill In Response to Texas Tribune ArticleAudrey White of the Texas Tribune authored this news story concerning the federal lawsuit over the Texas Puppy Mill Bill. The article reports that the Humane Society of the United States and the Texas Humane Legislation Network…
Rank this Week: 1408
Trust Your Pet
Trust Your Pet
Covers how to make sure that our pets are cared for if we, the pet owner, die or are incapacitated. By Ken Begun.
http://www.trustyourpet.com
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Dec 13
Does the Law Consider Your Dog “Property”?
Does the Law Consider Your Dog “Property”?The answer is mostly “yes” and judges typically have looked at pets as personal property and considered the usual factors in this analysis. However, in recent years pets, particularly dogs, have been the focus of custody disputes… -
Nov 10
Italian Woman Leaves Entire Estate To Her Dog
Italian Woman Leaves Entire Estate To Her DogAn elderly Italian woman has bequeathed 2 million euros worth of property to her beloved dog. Under her will, her dog Kikko will inherit, two apartments, several land estates, and bank accounts. Italian law does not give recognize the… -
Oct 8
California Legislature Very Animal Friendly in 2012
California Legislature Very Animal Friendly in 2012This article outlines the rush of bills relating to a range of issues regarding the treatment of animals. There is a bill prohibiting the use of dogs in the hunting of bears and bobcats. Another bill raises the penalties for those…
Rank this Week: 4514
Animal Law Review
Animal Law Review
From the Lewis & Clark Law School's Boley Law Library.
http://lawlib.lclark.edu/boleyblogs/?cat=12
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Nov 21
Thanksgiving Hours at the Library
Thanksgiving Hours at the LibraryThe Law Library will be open on Thanksgiving from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. and on Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. However, the reference desk will not be staffed either day. -
Nov 13
Win an Exam Survival Kit
Win an Exam Survival KitThree lucky Boley Law Library Facebook fans will win an exam survival kit featuring tea, snacks, essential study supplies and stress relief playdough. All you have to do is be a fan (and a current Lewis & Clark Law School student). -
Nov 8
Reference Desk Closed Saturday Nov. 10
Reference Desk Closed Saturday Nov. 10The Law Library reference desk will be closed Saturday, November 10. If you have any questions please send them to our reference email account, lawlib@lclark.edu. We'll be sure to get back to you no later than Monday.
Rank this Week: 2426
Rock the Boat
Rock the Boat
Musings about the law, especially recent decisions, proposed legislation, employment law, and legal angles on feminism and animal rights. By Piper Hoffman.
http://piperhoffman.com
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Aug 21
Non-Human Animals Can Act Ethically: A Response to Richard Polt
Non-Human Animals Can Act Ethically: A Response to Richard PoltProving that humans are somehow “better” than non-human animals is a priority for some, including philosophy professor Richard Polt. -
Aug 7
What Doesn’t Separate Us From Animals 6
What Doesn’t Separate Us From Animals 6Pigeons are watching you, and they don’t forget a face. A new study shows that pigeons can distinguish between familiar and unfamiliar human faces, according -
Aug 2
NYC Renews Ban on New Storefront Slaughterhouse
NYC Renews Ban on New Storefront SlaughterhouseOriginally published on Care2.
Rank this Week: 2734
Hounded, Cowed, & Badgered
Hounded, Cowed, & Badgered
Animal law from an animal rights perspective.
http://hcb.typepad.com/hounded_cowed_badgered/
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Aug 8
Oregon court: animals not always property
Oregon court: animals not always propertyAny decent primer on animal law includes the sad, basic fact that animals are treated as property, not individual beings, under the law. Nonhumans can be bought and sold and generally treated however their owners want. It's common for… -
Jun 28
The health care decision, foie gras, and animal law
The health care decision, foie gras, and animal lawAs difficult as it is to get pro-animal laws passed, bans on animal products are almost nonexistent. All that comes to mind, outside the context of endangered species, is bans on foie gras. Chicago banned that luxurious, cruel food in 2006,… -
Jun 27
Cert grant in slaughter preemption case
Cert grant in slaughter preemption caseThe U.S. Supreme Court has granted cert in National Meat Association v. Harris, a preemption case with an animal-law angle.
Rank this Week: 2782