ProTECT GREYHOUNDS AND QUESTION 3
 A few weeks ago, we sent an alert asking you to contact your legislators and request that they oppose S.2041, which would delay enactment of Question 3 until 2012. We'd like to hear how they responded - contact us at advocacy@mspca.org. If you haven't yet done so, it's not too late to Take Action»
The circus is coming to town - you can help
 Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus will be in Worcester Oct. 8-12 and in Boston Oct. 14-18. The outcome of the trial against them is still pending, but a public hearing for S.1870, the bill that would ban the use of the bullhook on traveling elephants, has been scheduled for Nov.16th at the State House. Read More About the Circus »
What would your pets do without you?
 Massachusetts is one of only 12 states without a law allowing people to set up trusts to provide financially for their pets if they die or become incapacitated. H.1467 would change that, benefiting animals, their caretakers, and shelters that currently accept animals who lose their homes when their people can no longer care for them.
breed-specific legislation proposed in MASHPEE
 Mashpee residents will vote on a pit bull ban at their town meeting on October 19. Thankfully, the Board of Selectmen has already voted unanimously to oppose this misguided ordinance - hopefully the voters will agree. If a similar ban is proposed in your town we can help with a non-breed specific dangerous dog ordinance. Read More »
Thanks for Walking
 The Walk for Animals was very successful - over $350,000 was raised for the animals.
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September 2009 
State House Presentations on Beavers & Water Flow Devices
 Legislators and staff who have questions about beavers or the use of water flow devices to control beaver-related flooding in their districts will not have to go into the field to hear Mike Callahan of Beaver Solutions explain his work. He's bringing the information straight the State House in Boston.
Safely Enjoy the Outdoors During Hunting Season
It's a beautiful time to enjoy the outdoors in New England, but be aware that it is also hunting season. Learn how to safely enjoy the outdoors this autumn. More »
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