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AVSAB Position Statement The Use of Punishment for Behavior Modification in Animals

by DogSmith | Jan 8, 2011 | Blogs To Help You Train Your Dog

American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior AVSAB’s position is that punishment1 (e.g. choke chains, pinch collars, and electronic collars) should not be used as a first-line or early-use treatment for behavior problems. This is due to the potential adverse effects...

Victory! Massachusetts Devocalization Bill Signed Into Law

by DogSmith | Oct 4, 2010 | Pet Care Articles & Tips

On Thursday, April 22, Governor Deval Patrick set a humane legal precedent by signing Logan’s Law, making Massachusetts the first state in the country to have an effective statewide ban on devocalization of cats and dogs. What’s devocalization? Devocalization, or...

 

 

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