Senate hearing examines SB475 to restore foster care for pregnant, nursing animals; sponsors, shelters seek clearer language Senate Bill 475 would define foster homes and allow animals to be placed in foster care when a New Hampshire‑licensed veterinarian deems it in the animal’s best interest. Proponents — shelters, veterinarians and the Department of Agriculture — say it protects vulnerable animals; some stakeholders warned the drafted amendment could conflict with existing rules and called for clearer definitions and liability protections.

New Hampshire is on the brink of a crucial change that could save the lives of pregnant and vulnerable animals by allowing them to enter foster care based on a veterinarian's recommendation.

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🐾 Day 34 of 50 States in 50 Days. Each day we look at how one state’s laws and regulations protect animals or fail to. Today’s focus is New Hampshire.

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Representative Potenza advocates for animal due process in New Hampshire legislation Potenza emphasizes bipartisan support for animal seizure bill aimed at protecting privacy rights.

New Hampshire is on the verge of a groundbreaking bill that redefines animal seizure procedures, ensuring due process and protecting the privacy rights of accused individuals.

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