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Spay or neuter your animals and
educate others about doing the same. With cats and dogs in such high
abundance, dealers have no trouble filling their cages.
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Educate family, friends and
neighbors about pet theft and what they must do to keep their animals
safe.
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Distribute literature on pet
theft in your community. Contact LCA for brochures.
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Call people who have placed
“free to good home” ads in the paper and warn them about Class “B” dealers
and the pet theft problem.
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Place an ad in the classified
section warning readers about “bunchers” and educating them about what
they can do to ensure their pet’s new home is a safe one.
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If a stolen animal is
positively identified in a dealer’s possession, report it to LCA and to
USDA officials in your state. Ask that the dealer’s records be inspected.
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Plan an event or activity in
your area of February 14th, Pet Theft Awareness Day.
View our suggested
activities list for ideas.
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For a complete list of all
licensed dealers, breeders and research facilities, visit the “Facility
Lists” section on:
www.aphis.usda.gov/ac/publications.html.
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Download a copy of LCA’s Pet
Safety and Protection Act petition
HERE. Collect signatures from residents of your state and mail the
petitions back to LCA: 8033 Sunset Blvd. #835, Los Angeles, CA 90046.
