May 15th, 2017 by WCBC Radio
Maryland lawmakers took big action against animal abuse by signing four bills into law last week. The four laws are viewed as a major victory for the Humane Society, ASPCA, and thousands of mistreated Maryland pets. Governor Larry Hogan signed four anti-animal cruelty bills into law. The bills crack down on puppy mills, an issue that unfortunately is a familiar one locally as a number of puppy mill cases have been investigated in Allegany County in recent years. The governor says this is a big victory for animal advocates and shelters as the laws put breeders and abusers on a shorter leash, and more importantly help prevent animals from unnecessary suffering…
