The SPCA is asking the City of Vernon to update its bylaws around animal welfare, saying the current regulations are lacking. The society has now proposed an amendment to the city's bylaws that cover basic standards of care for animals. 'Positive results' in other citiesAccording to an SPCA review of municipal animal bylaws in B.C., Vernon is completely without regulations that designate basic standards of care and housing for animals. "Usually that means we achieve better compliance and then we see fewer instances of animal cruelty moving forward," Taylor said. Taylor says the SPCA does not expect there will be a need for additional staff or costs in the municipality if the bylaw updates are made.

Source: CBC News April 01, 2019 15:11 UTC