The BC SPCA wants Victoria to fine pet owners for mistreatment, see pet stores further regulated, and working horses IDB次元官网网址檇.
The organizationB次元官网网址檚 proposed animal control bylaw amendments, brought forward by Coun. Charlayne Thornton-Joe, were discussed Thursday morning by Victoria council sitting as committee of the whole.
Amy Morris, BC SPCAB次元官网网址檚 public outreach officer, provided a snapshot of the proposed amendments. Firstly, the organization is recommending an end to the retail sales of commercially-bred animals.
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The organization also wants a fine system implemented by the City to prevent the hitting, choking, kicking of animals as well as the use of shock collars. Morris noted that some owners who learned behaviour modification techniques from television trainers have actually harmed their animals. B次元官网网址淲e see this fine as a way to educate the public.B次元官网网址�
Finally, the group is calling for the identification of working horses in downtown Victoria, so that residents can report any concerns for their welfare.
Stay tuned for more coverage of Victoria councillorsB次元官网网址� responses to the BC SPCA requests.
