Because
Pets
Matter.

We are the policy voice of the responsible pet care community, advocating for pet care priorities at the local, state, federal and international levels.

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Policy Priorities

Advocacy

Pet Health & Availability

Ensuring pet lovers have access to healthy, well-treated pets and the products & services needed to care for them.

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Pet Ownership Barriers

Challenging barriers that prevent pet owners, businesses, and hobbyists from the joys and rights of pet ownership.

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Environmental Stewardship

Using educational outreach and policy to bring science-based best practices to the pet care community.

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Human-Animal Bond

Making sure everyone can experience the wide-ranging benefits of the human-animal bond.

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The Latest News

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    Pet Advocacy Network Testifies Against Harmful Proposed Legislation in Massachusetts

    The Pet Advocacy Network gave testimony in Massachusetts against Senate Bill 1263 and House Bill 1764, which threaten to harm pet businesses. Alisa Clements, Deputy Director of Outreach and Advocacy, provided the testimony to the Joint Committee on Judiciary.  Senate Bill 1263 would allow plaintiffs to sue for up to $30,000 in damages in cases involving an “unnecessary or… Learn More

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    Pet Advocacy Network Submits Testimony Opposing Proposed Arizona Pet Fish Restrictions

    Proposed Fish Ban Not Based in Science Alexandria, Va. – Today, the Pet Advocacy Network (PAN) announced it had submitted testimony to the Arizona Game and Fish Department pushing back against proposed changes to the Arizona Administrative Code that would prohibit popular species of pet fish from being owned in the state.  “Invasive species policy… Learn More

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    Pet Advocacy Network Appoints Sandy Moore as CEO

    Industry veteran tapped to lead policy and advocacy association Alexandria, Va. – Today, the Pet Advocacy Network (PAN) announced the appointment of Sandy Moore as its Chief Executive Officer. Moore brings over 30 years of experience as a leader in the pet and aquaculture industries, with a focus on ethical animal trade practices and sustainability. … Learn More


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