In honor of Election Day, (a day we should not have to work, so as to celebrate the day we give voice to the state about just who we want-or don’t want-to represent us in government), here are some links about the things our dogs will want to know before deciding at the polls:

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League of Humane Voters of NYCcandidate endorsements

ASPCA Lobby for Animals: Join the Advocacy Brigade and get alerts about state and federal issues pertaining to animals.
You can also read more about NYC Intro 13: the Pets in Housing Bill.

Find out which candidates the SAOVA (Sportsmen and Animal Owner’s Voting Alliance) endorse here.

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MyDogVotes.com has a whole website dedicated to educating you about issues that matter to your dog. As they say, “If your dog matters, your vote matters.”
MDV also has a map where BSL has been passed to help people avoid those places if they have dogs that could pay the price if they wander into the wrong town.

**Not all animal-related organizations will support the same candidates or take the same side on an issue. The research is for the voter to do and these links are a starting point.

So get out there, walk your dog to the polls if you are able, and vote with your dog (and your heart). Unless someone gives you trouble….