California Veterinary Medical Association

Cat Declawing Ban Bill Passes Assembly

May 3, 2025 2:55 amMay 3, 2025 2:56 am

A bill to ban the act of declawing cats, except in a few exceptions, passed the Assembly with a 72-0 unanimous vote. Originally a bill aimed at the declawing of all animals, opposition by the American Kennel Club of America...

Cat Declawing Ban Legislation Passes Assembly Committee

April 10, 2025 6:58 amApril 10, 2025 6:58 am

A bill that would ban the act of declawing cats, except in a few exceptions, gained momentum this week following it’s passage in the Assembly Business and Professions Committee. Assembly Bill 867, authored by Assemblyman Alex Lee (D-San Jose), would...

Opposition Continues to Grow Against Dog and Cat Bill of Rights Legislation

April 21, 2022 12:34 pm

A returning bill that would give dogs and cats in California expanded legal protections and rights faced drastically increased opposition this week following many dog owner and veterinarian groups announcing their stance against the proposed law. Assembly Bill 1881, authored...