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The farm bill could signal the death of responsible dog sports

The farm bill could signal the death of responsible dog sports

Summary

The farm bill includes a rule change that might ban common dog training practices and dog sports. This change is supported by some animal-rights groups and could affect legal hunting and other usual dog training activities.

Key Facts

  • The farm bill has an amendment related to dog training and sports.
  • Some animal-rights groups support this amendment.
  • The amendment could ban routine ways people train dogs.
  • It might also stop dog sporting events that are currently legal.
  • Legal hunting that uses dogs could be restricted by this amendment.
  • Traditional dog training methods could be affected or banned.
  • The exact impact of the amendment depends on how it is interpreted and enforced.

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