Trigger Warning: the following story contains mentions of pet abuse, which may be distressing for some readers. Please proceed with caution.
For many people, pets are not justanimals; they are beloved family members. Much like any relationship, individuals invest time, energy, and affection into caring for theirpets. To be honest, a person would stop at nothing to keep their darling safe.
Just like this woman, whosharedhow she had to call the cops to protect her precious puppy. A 25-year-old recounted how her younger sister, who has a poor track record of animal care, wanted to meet her new labrador. The author’s mother and sister arrived at her door unannounced, wanting to see Buzz. But the protective pet parent didn’t open the door. Read on to discover what drove the woman to take such a firm stand against her sister.
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People go to great lengths to protect their pets from harm’s way
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A woman shared that she refused to let her younger sister, who had previously harmed their pet, meet her new puppy
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The author provided more details about her younger sister and the troubling environment at home
Several laws are designed to protect pets and ensure their well-being
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Pet parents often share a close bond with their beloved canines. From caring for them like their own child to spoiling them, people make no compromises when it comes to theirfavorite creatures.However, not everyone is concerned for thewelfareand protection of animals. That is why many countries globally have laws to protect animals and their rights.
Many countries impose hefty fines and other penalties on people who fail to properly care for their pets
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Talking about animal welfare, one city in Italy stands out for its fantastic laws. In Turin, you can’t skip taking your dog out for a walk. According toEnvironmental News Network, owners need to walk their pets at least 3 times a day or they can be fined 500 euros ($542). Animal lovers aren’t allowed to do “any form of animal mutilation”, like coloring their pet’s fur.
You need to have a companion for animals like guinea pigs, mice, and parrots in Switzerland. According toSwiss law, you must have a buddy for social pets so that they don’t feel lonely and isolated.
In recent years, Russia has banned various forms ofanimal entertainment. One of the main goals of their new law is to prohibit pettingzoosin malls and prevent bars and restaurants from hosting animals. The legislation aims to prevent the mistreatment of animals.
New Spanish laws prohibit leaving pets alone inside closed vehicles or tied up in public spaces. This means you can’t leave your dog outside the supermarket or be exposed to any conditions that could put their lives in danger. You might have topay penaltiesranging from 500 ($542) to 20,000 ($21,000 approximately) euros, based on the severity of the violation.
A lot of people are quite attached to their pets. In 2017, Alaska became the first state that required judges to apply the same standards as child custody cases when it came to ownership of pets indivorce cases. It inspired states like Illinois and California to follow suit later.
David Favre, a Michigan State University law professor who specializes in animal law,says, “For the first time, a state has specifically said that a companion animal has visibility in a divorce proceeding beyond that of property—that the court may award custody based on what is best for the dog, not the human owners.”
Many commenters advised the author to consider getting a restraining order to protect both her and her new puppy from her sister and mother
The author later shared an update, explaining that her mother is now under investigation, and her sister has been placed in their father’s custody
People also expressed their relief and happiness that both the author and her puppy, Buzz, are now safe
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