While Federal law already prohibits interstate trade of wildlife products, it is still legal intrastate, providing a loophole for selling products such as ivory, rhino horn, or giraffe parts within Maryland.
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Let’s Stop Declawing Cats in Maryland!
Declawing, a euphemistic term for de-knuckling, is the surgical removal of the top knuckles of a cat’s toes on its paws. It is painful, often crippling, and permanently alters a
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Protect unattended dogs left outside in extreme weather and heat!!
SB 44/HB 16 requires that dogs left unattended in extreme weather and heat have shelter that meets some clear, minimal standards.
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MD SPCA Honors Lisa Radov with William Woodward Award
MD SPCA Honors Lisa Radov with William Woodward Award The Maryland SPCA is proud to announce that animal advocate Lisa Radov has won our William Woodward Award. Her advocacy has
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The Maryland General Assembly Session Opens on January 12, 2022
The 2022 Legislative Session will be a hybrid. Unlike last year’s totally virtual format, buildings will be open to the public, with virtual committee hearings in the House for the
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