Lectures and Continuing Education Programs
ANIMAL LAW AND WELFARE
Guardianship Laws…..Regulating Pet Owners (2 Hours)
Animals have historically been characterized as property under the law, allowing for nominal damages when they have been injured. Today’s legal landscape is changing and nationwide there is a rapid movement to recognize the monetary value of the human animal bond. Additionally, communities and states are changing the legal status of animals such that owners have become their guardians. What does all this mean for the veterinary community? This seminar addresses the complex and challenging issues that are challenging the care of our patients.
Why Veterinarians Should Take an Active Role in Preventing Animal Abuse (1-2 hours)
Because of the growing awareness of the potential link between animal abuse and family violence, it is likely that society is going to expect veterinarians to take on a greater role in preventing animal abuse. Additionally, the profession needs to take a closer look at what animal restraint techniques may be considered animal cruelty under current laws. Several veterinarians across the country have either been convicted or are being brought up on charges of animal cruelty based on their animal restraint techniques. The goal of this presentation is to sensitize veterinarians to this problem and suggest ways on how veterinarians can recognize and help reduce the incidence of animal cruelty.
Introduction to Animals and the Law (3 hours)
Understanding that the law views animals as property, and having a knowledge of leash, licensing, and animal bite laws can help veterinarians provide increased services and practice higher quality medicine. This presentation includes a discussion of dangerous dog, abandoned animal, lien, animal protection laws, equine liability acts; rabies laws and dog lemon laws.
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Countryside Plaza North
Bldg E, Ste. 1403
361 Route 31
Flemington, NJ 08822
Phone (908) 782-4426