[Ol' Dan Tucker]

Well, the other criticism of licensing is that the authority to license IS the authority to TAX, and limit activity through unreasonable fees.

True. But the real reason why this law has come about has to do with the dubious practices of the breeders themselves. The authority to license also means the authority to inspect, hold the breeder responsible and shut them down when they are found to not be in compliance.

I'm no fan of the fee for fee's sake. That's for sure.

Neither am I, but these types of laws are gaining popularity across the country right now because the rescues are sick and tired of having to deal with the mess left behind by the unrestrained breeding of unwanted animals.

[brytlea]

Actually, if you will look very far, you will find that PETA is behind this stuff. If you think PETA is the way to go, so be it, however their goal is NOT responsible breeders, it is NO PETS.
susie