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Pets in Protection Orders

Pets in Protection Orders

Companion Animals

Protective orders, also known as restraining orders, are legal tools for safeguarding individuals from harm or harassment, particularly in cases of domestic violence, stalking, or abuse.  Having recognized the importance...

House Farm Bill Draft Helps Domestic Violence Survivors and Their Pets, But Rewards Industries That Abuse Animals

Press ReleaseMay 22, 2024Companion Animals, Farmed Animals

The US House Committee on Agriculture will weigh in Thursday on the long-awaited, 942-page Farm Bill, a massive legislative package—reauthorized every five years or so—that serves as a key driver of...