TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Yes, there is, in one of those links to the legislations posted earlier in the discussion, and it's in bold, there's a law against taking a healthy pet to the vet. And the fine is something like $2200. I'll see if I can find it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curlybert Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 The ads (for both pups and kittens)have been removed it seems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plan B Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) It is illegal for unauthorised individuals to hold onto pets. The law states they need to be impounded. And yes, even the ones that are not microchipped. It is illegal for people to keep or rehome these animals because they do not legally own them. Edited April 2, 2012 by Plan B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Leaving conversation, I'm so over this. Happy Tracey?? Edited April 2, 2012 by TigerSpirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Leaving conversation, I'm so over this. Happy Tracey?? Edited April 2, 2012 by TigerSpirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Leaving conversation, I'm so over this. Happy Tracey?? Edited April 2, 2012 by TigerSpirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plan B Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) I have a friend right now who's calling up a friend who works at a pound to find out if this is true. She's also calling the council and her local vets to find out what they know. Your friend can call the Pope if she likes but it's always much simpler to read the legislation. In this case, the Companion Animals Act. Edited April 2, 2012 by Plan B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Leaving conversation, I'm so over this. Happy Tracey?? Edited April 2, 2012 by TigerSpirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Leaving conversation, I'm so over this. Happy Tracey?? Edited April 2, 2012 by TigerSpirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curlybert Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 The ads (for both pups and kittens)have been removed it seems. Well duhhh!! Yes, because I already said I didn't know it was illegal!!! No need for the attitude. I wasn't aware you had personally placed them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plan B Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 ok.. got the Pope's number? 555-EDUCATE-YOURSELF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 The ads (for both pups and kittens)have been removed it seems. Well duhhh!! Yes, because I already said I didn't know it was illegal!!! No need for the attitude. I wasn't aware you had personally placed them. No I didn't. A friend did. She told me about it later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Leaving conversation, I'm so over this. Happy Tracey?? Edited April 2, 2012 by TigerSpirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purdie Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 For the record, when anyone calls, we tell them to take to the vet to check for microchip first. When there isn't a microchip, we refer them to rescues who might be able to take the dog or cat on board. We don't take the dogs or cats ourselves. An owner may be looking for thier lost pet that dosen't have a microchip.They may think to check the pound but would they know of all these other rescues where thier unchiped and presumed unwanted pet could have ended up. There's even a bigger fine for people having pets who aren't microchipped. Everywhere you go these days, when you buy an animal from somewhere, they're usually already microchipped. Even one well known "rescue" I know who breeds dogs even chips them before selling them.. when she eventually does sell them. The laws have changed recently in regard to having pets microchiped.However there are still many people especially those who have older pets in particular that don't have thier pets microchipped. No microchip does not mean they do not love and care for thier pet or would not want them back if they were lost or stolen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lillypilly Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) @ TS The facebook page with your phone number on it states: "We are a network of foster carers in Sydney willing to help if you've found some dumped kittens, or a stray friendly cat that you don't wish to take to the pound" "WE ARE NOT A RESCUE! We are a network of foster carers in Sydney willing to help if you've found some dumped kittens, or a stray friendly cat that you don't wish to take to the pound. If a relative has died and you need to rehome their pet, we are here for you also. We will care for any cats/kittens in need until a rescue becomes available with financial backing to take them on, guaranteeing them to be well looked after until they can find safe secure homes. If you need to call someone if you find a kitten/cat, you can call any of the following people:" Names/numbers deliberately not included by me! Edited for some clarity Edited April 2, 2012 by lillypilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k9angel Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 OMG how long has this been going on for? I know if I lost one of mine the first place I would check would be the vet and the pound. Does your friend not know that microchips can sometimes move & be missed when they're scanned? My little sibe girl lost hers altogether when she was done in the NT. I had to have her re-done. I am so glad I checked when she arrived though otherwise I wouldn't of known and if she had of got lost and ended in the wrong hands - I may never of seen her again. Just because there is no microchip or one cannot be detected, doesn't mean the dog is yours to keep or rehome. Sorry but that is just so wrong... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 @ TS The facebook page with your phone number on it states: "We are a network of foster carers in Sydney willing to help if you've found some dumped kittens, or a stray friendly cat that you don't wish to take to the pound" "WE ARE NOT A RESCUE! We are a network of foster carers in Sydney willing to help if you've found some dumped kittens, or a stray friendly cat that you don't wish to take to the pound. If a relative has died and you need to rehome their pet, we are here for you also. We will care for any cats/kittens in need until a rescue becomes available with financial backing to take them on, guaranteeing them to be well looked after until they can find safe secure homes. If you need to call someone if you find a kitten/cat, you can call any of the following people:" Names/numbers deliberately not included by me! Edited for some clarity Yes, and because I didn't know it was illegal, I've since removed the page!! Happy?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerSpirit Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 OMG how long has this been going on for? I know if I lost one of mine the first place I would check would be the vet and the pound. Does your friend not know that microchips can sometimes move & be missed when they're scanned? My little sibe girl lost hers altogether when she was done in the NT. I had to have her re-done. I am so glad I checked when she arrived though otherwise I wouldn't of known and if she had of got lost and ended in the wrong hands - I may never of seen her again. Just because there is no microchip or one cannot be detected, doesn't mean the dog is yours to keep or rehome. Sorry but that is just so wrong... We've had it up for less than a week, and don't worry, I'll let all future cats and dogs die at the hands of the pounds!! Happy?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lillypilly Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 @ TS The facebook page with your phone number on it states: "We are a network of foster carers in Sydney willing to help if you've found some dumped kittens, or a stray friendly cat that you don't wish to take to the pound" "WE ARE NOT A RESCUE! We are a network of foster carers in Sydney willing to help if you've found some dumped kittens, or a stray friendly cat that you don't wish to take to the pound. If a relative has died and you need to rehome their pet, we are here for you also. We will care for any cats/kittens in need until a rescue becomes available with financial backing to take them on, guaranteeing them to be well looked after until they can find safe secure homes. If you need to call someone if you find a kitten/cat, you can call any of the following people:" Names/numbers deliberately not included by me! Edited for some clarity Yes, and because I didn't know it was illegal, I've since removed the page!! Happy?? Hmmm it is still up on facebook! You will need to do a lot of editing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plan B Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 We've had it up for less than a week, and don't worry, I'll let all future cats and dogs die at the hands of the pounds!! Happy?? Acting responsibly and abiding by the law does not make anyone happy about animals being impounded and that's a very immature attitude to take. People need to work within the limits of the law. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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