:Â Implement a national civil seizure law that requires owners to pay for the care of their animals when they are seized for abuse or neglect
Three states have now passed laws that fall within the category of civil seizure or bond requirements for animal shelters. This allows shelters to receive payment for the care of an animal once it is seized for abuse or neglect. Such laws will save countless lives and ease the financial burden for animal shelters. Similar legislation needs to be expanded to the national level.
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