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Follow The Golden Rules Of Pet Ownership

Author: AVMA
Posted: Monday 1st November, 2010. 08:51:21

Not just for retriever owners...the Golden Rules of Pet Ownership apply to all pet owners.

AVMA policy Golden Rules of Pet Ownership

(Oversight: CHAB; EB 06/1988; Reviewed 10/99; Reaffirmed 03/06)

That the Executive Board reaffirm AVMA endorsement of the California Veterinary Medical Association's Golden Rules of Pet Ownership, which read as follows:

The joy of pet ownership also brings responsibility. As a responsible pet owner, I WILL:

• Avoid making an impulsive decision about getting a pet. I will learn about and carefully select a pet suited for my home and yard, and my lifestyle.


• Adhere to local ordinances including licensing and leash requirements.


• Control my pet for its own safety.


• Have my pet spayed or neutered, or take responsibility for my pet's offspring.


• Keep only pets for whom I can provide a pleasant and safe environment, adequate food and shelter, and companionship. I will be a responsible caretaker throughout my pet's life.


• Do my part to help solve animal control and overpopulation problems.


• Provide regular health care as recommended by my veterinarian including rabies vaccination and other inoculations.


• Clean up after my pets and appropriately dispose of their waste. I will prevent my pet from being unnecessarily noisy or aggressive.


• Provide identification for my pets by using ID tags or other means.


• Respect the living environment.

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