| Updating Jamaica's Animal-related Laws - Responsible Ownership, Animal Welfare & Dog Population Control |
| August 17, 12018
The Jamaica Veterinary Medical Association (JVMA) notes with horror yet another report of an attack by free roaming dogs, which this time has resulted in the tragic death of Mr. Whittington Cole last month. This comes against the backdrop of continued lax attention to the issues of responsible dog ownership and dog population control in Jamaica. Our hearts go out to the family and all those affected by similar tragedies over the years.
From as far back as 2004, when it became clear that dogs such as American Pit Bull Terriers were being smuggled into the island, circumventing the legal importation process, the JVMA warned of the possible consequences given the lack of sufficient legislation and public practice with regard to responsible dog ownership as well as the general view of many Jamaicans that their dogs must be “bad” for security purposes.
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| Dog Bites - Tips on Prevention and More. |
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The relationship between humans and dogs goes back thousands of years. They are valuable companions to us for many reasons. At the same time, however, things can go wrong and dogs may bite.
Here are some dog bite prevention tips:
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