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2008 – Increased Penalties for Spectators at Animal Fights

This law increased the penalties for aiding or being present at an exhibition of fighting animals to a maximum $1,000 fine and/or five years in prison. The previous penalty was a mere $250 fine or imprisonment for not more than one month, or both.

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2008 – Greyhound Protection Act

This ballot question — Question 3 — passed 56% to 44% and won in 12 out of 14 counties. It phased out live greyhound racing in Massachusetts by 2010. Over 1.5 million Massachusetts voters said that dogs matter and deserve to be protected.

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2024 – An Act Prohibiting Inhumane Feline Declawing

Passed by Senate on January 18, 2024. Passed the House on December 31, 2024. Signed into law January 8, 2025. Took effect April 8, 2025. Read the text of the law.

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Ollie’s Law

H. 4919 (formerly H. 4564) passed the House on July 25, 2024. Passed the Senate on July 31 with an amendment. Signed by the Governor on September 20, 2024. Read the law.

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2024 – Elephants, Big Cats, Primates, Giraffes and Bears in Traveling Shows

An Act Regulating the Use of Elephants, Big Cats, Primates, Giraffes and Bears in Traveling Exhibits and Shows – Passed in 2024!

Angell Animal Medical Center Shares Tips to Keep Pets Safe this Spring

Learn how to keep your pet safe from seasonal Spring dangers such as lilies, chocolate, and heat stroke.

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