Ask Your Vet For Support
Although the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is the strongest opposition to the Animals (Regulation of Sale) Bill, many vets are amoungst its strongest supporters.
The AVA and its various lobby groups have been sending regular correspondence to NSW MPs pleading with them to not vote in favour of the bill. The AVA is concerned that regulating the pet industry may mean less business for vets. At every step in the chain - from puppy farms, pet shops, homes, to rescue groups, pounds and shelters - vets are involved in caring for the animals and generating business.
But regulation stops an industry from making profit at any expense to the community - it makes their actives more accountable and ethical. Yes, vets should be allowed to make the most they can from the pet industry, but not at from the neglect and abuse of animals. We must draw a line.
Fortunately many vets agree, and as animal lovers they are deeply effected by the consequences of the current system. We need to get their voices heard above the commercial interests of the AVA.
Please print the below document and get your local vet to sign it. When it has been signed please fax it to 02 9816 2416. Once we have collected 200 we will then present them to every NSW MP.
