The 2016 Maryland General Assembly Session begins on January 13th and it is time to gear up for 12 weeks of action! Maryland Votes For Animals, Inc. has been working with legislators and
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Our domestic animals are our pets, our friends, and members of our families. MVFA champions legislation to improve the lives of all domestic animals. Regardless of whether they’re our prized pooches, common house cats, or exotic pets, they all deserve a humane and healthy existence.
Dog Fighting, A Compassionate Conversation
Make Possession of Animal Fighting Paraphernalia Illegal in Maryland and Close the Loophole in Our Dogfighting law. Dogfighting is cruelty on an extreme scale and brings organized crime, guns, and drug
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CHAINED NO MORE! “Anti-chaining laws help protect dogs from cruelty and enhances public safety by preventing aggressive animal behaviours that can result from inhumane tethering.” — Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger Imagine living your
Continue readingAbused Animals – Costs of Care
SB-393 / HB-362 – Costs of Care for Seized Animals – will hold owners of abused and neglected animals accountable! ACT NOW on Care for Abused Animals Update END OF
Continue readingPuppy Mills
How Much Is That Puppy In The Window? Puppy mills are breeding operations where the animals are kept in over-crowded and unsanitary cages without adequate veterinary care, food, water or
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