BREAKING NEWS: Ohio Felony Cruelty Law Applies to ALL Dogs and Cats
Big win for Ohio! In a unanimous decision, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled today that R.C. 959.131(C) protects all dogs and cats. In a nutshell, the Court concluded that “any” means all, and R.C. 959.131 defines “companion animal” as including “any dog or cat.” The dog or cat does NOT need to be “kept" as argued in this case.
OAA, along with ALDF, AWI, HSUS and Cleveland State's Animal Law Clinic, submitted amicus briefs to the Ohio Supreme Court to support the position of the Cuyahoga County Prosecutors in fighting for Ohio's companion animals. It's a good day for stray dogs and feral cats, who were in danger of being omitted under the definition of companion animal.
