The New York state legislature has voted to pass a measure that would make it the first state in the country to ban the declawing of cats.
The law seeks to ban onychectomy, or declawing, on cats in the state except for in cases where it is needed to address a "physical medical condition" that "compromises the cat's health," the bill's text states.
However, the bill states that it would outlaw the procedure for "cosmetic or aesthetic reasons or reasons of convenience in keeping or handling the cat."
If the law is passed, veterinarians who violate it could face a fine of up to $1,000.
With the bill’s passage Tuesday, the legislation now heads to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s (D) desk for approval.
New York Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal (D), who sponsored the legislation, called declawing "unnecessary" in a statement to The New York Times and added that the bill is for cat owners who "think their furniture is more important than their cat."
https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/447004-new-york-lawmakers-pass-legislation-to-make-declawing-a-cat-illegal-in
Unbelievable
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carmencita ago
ImlWe had a cat for 15 years who we loved dearly. I am supportive when it comes to animal rights as well but our govt must have the same respect for Our Children as it does for animals maybe even more. Those that have adorned their pets with designer clothes trips and even weddings well that has become so popular Zthey have pets instead of Children now. A possible plan by elites to lower our population growth. NY and Cal are going to the dogs.
Lansing-Michigan ago
Is there analogy somewhere? When viagra is covered by insurance and birth control pills so often are not? Seems like the vatican still thinks they are in control.
Kekalicious ago
Cut off part of a boys penis. Honk Honk.
Fateswebb ago
So cats get their second amendment but people?
new4now ago
Very good....they can protect themselves but we cant
Bravo,👍, well said
GassyMcGasface ago
Cause the Jew uses baby parts for food and medicine. I even heard their females will use a foreskin cream to prevent wrinkles.
pittsburghisapedoden ago
Korean foreskin cream used by demented creatures like Sandra Bullock.
GassyMcGasface ago
Demon creatures not = Jews?
pittsburghisapedoden ago
Blue bloods
derram ago
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