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AMENDMENT TO SENATE RESOLUTION 1152

2    AMENDMENT NO. ___. Amend Senate Resolution 1152 by
3replacing everything after the heading with the following:
 
4    "WHEREAS, The pet industry and animal advocates oppose the
5illegal breeding of dogs; and
 
6    WHEREAS, Every year, dogs are euthanized due to a range of
7factors, including behavioral issues that make them
8unadoptable, geographic concentration, and public demand for
9certain breeds over others; and
 
10    WHEREAS, Responsible pet ownership begins with research
11and communication to find the ideal pet for each individual
12circumstance and pet owners need to be diligent in researching
13the background and breed requirements of any puppy they are
14purchasing or adopting to minimize the likelihood of
15relinquishment; and
 

 

 

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1    WHEREAS, The State of Illinois should continue to ensure
2that dogs are bred in a safe and secure environment; therefore,
3be it
 
4    RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE NINETY-NINTH GENERAL
5ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we designate June 1,
62016 as "Healthy Puppy Day" in the State of Illinois in order
7to raise awareness of illegal breeding of dogs and its impact
8on the animals and people of this State.".