Today we named 12 attorneys to our first class of Animal Friendly Attorneys™. They come from many parts of Michigan, and one is from Kentucky. They practice in thirteen areas of the law, including Animal Law. We’re proud to announce, and … Continued
The Michigan Legislature has been back from summer recess since early September, although the legislators have only been in session for a handful of days over the past month. The legislature will be in session one more day (October 17), … Continued
What will happen to them when I’m no longer here… If you’re reading this, you likely (a) have companion animals who share your home and life; and (b) consider them to be family members. That’s why it’s crucial to plan … Continued
NOTE: AFA’s Board voted to oppose these bills, which appear to regulate the source of animals sold at the state’s pet shops, but allow large scale breeders to supply puppies. Any local regulation of pet shops would be pre-empted. Here’s … Continued
Back in 2000, the Michigan Legislature passed a comprehensive act to regulate Large Carnivores. This includes lions, leopards, jaguars, tigers, cougars, panthers, cheetahs; and bears which are native or nonnative to Michigan. It covers both wild and captive bred members … Continued
Legislative Tracker One of our major areas of interest is legislation. Although we focus on Michigan, AFA also keeps track of bills in the US Congress. We update our tracker often, so check back to follow bills of interest to … Continued
Legislative Tracker One of our major areas of interest is legislation. Although we focus on Michigan, AFA also keeps track of bills in the US Congress. We update our tracker often, so check back to follow bills of interest to … Continued
Legislative Tracker One of our major areas of interest is legislation. Although we focus on Michigan, AFA also keeps track of bills in the US Congress. We update our tracker often, so check back to follow bills of interest to … Continued