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NJ Bill Could Impose Unwarranted Animal Forfeiture

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A recent Bill, A2354, introduced in February of this year by New Jersey legislators should be on the forefront of any New Jersey animal owner’s mind. The Bill proposes amendments, bolstering existing animal cruelty statute...more

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Concerns About NJ’s Proposed Legislation Requiring Licensure Of Veterinary Technicians In The Face Of A Veterinary Workplace...

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S4168, a bill introduced in the NJ Senate, would require licensure for veterinary technicians. New Jersey has not required licensure of veterinary technicians or other veterinary assistants, and the New Jersey Veterinary...more

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Concerns About NJ Bill S4058 Which Amends Notification Requirements And Seizure Of Companion Animals

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Recently introduced Senate bill 4058 would reintroduce third parties into the enforcement, seizure and relocation of companion animals based on alleged acts of animal cruelty after the legislature successfully ousted the...more

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Six Things You Need to Know About CBD and Other Hemp-containing Pet Products

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The trend toward state-level legalization of cannabis has led to a surge in cannabis-derived products and a continually evolving market with many types of cannabis products for people as well as their pets. Analysts predict...more

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A Proposed New Jersey Assembly Bill Seeks To Regulate Animal Rescue Organizations And Facilities Through Consumer-Friendly...

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Proposed New Jersey Assembly Bill A5715 (the “Rescue Animal Disclosure Act” or the “Bill”) which would provide for the regulation of animal rescue organizations and facilities (“Animal Rescue”) in New Jersey, was introduced...more

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Rabies Testing Notification Could Be Required In New Jersey

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A bill in New Jersey that would have interfered with rabies testing of domestic companion animals has been amended to remove the potentially dangerous and unneeded obstacles to timely testing...more

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Veterinary Medicine, Pet Products And Cannabis

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As a veterinarian, if a pet-owner comes to you with questions or concerns about the safety of hemp or CBD infused pet products, are you prepared to navigate the conversation? Practicing veterinarians are subject to the...more

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New Jersey Senate Bill No. 3402 Would Prohibit Veterinarians From Euthanasia Of Animals Suffering Fatal Disease Or Injuries For...

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A clearly misguided bill, S3402, was recently introduced in the New Jersey Senate that would prohibit veterinarians from euthanasia of animals suffering fatal disease or injuries for seven days if a cat or dog, having been...more

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Another Proposed Bill In New Jersey That Is Unnecessary And Will Increase The Cost Of Veterinary Medicine For Animal Owners.

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A317, a bill that would require annual inspection of animal or veterinary facilities as defined in Section 1 pf P.L. 1983, c. 98, has been re-introduced in the State Assembly. Animal or veterinary facility, defined as...more

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Bills Would Extend Existing Immunity From Veterinarians To All Emergency Responders Who Aid Animals During Emergencies.

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A “Good Samaritan” bill, S 3134, introduced in the New Jersey Senate on May 8, 2017 would “provide immunity from civil liability for veterinarians or emergency responders who assist animals at accident scene or emergency.” ...more

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