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Opposition to Dog and Cat Slaughter

Recent Bills/Opposition to Dog and Cat Slaughter

Opposition to Dog and Cat Slaughter

IntroducedMarch 9, 2026

Introduced6 months ago

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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Why This Matters

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' disapproval of killing dogs and cats for food and encourages Japan to ban this practice.

If you care about animal rights, this resolution supports efforts to end the slaughter of dogs and cats for food.

Who this affects

Animal welfare advocates · Pet owners in Japan · Pet owners in the United States

What does this resolution do?

1The resolution expresses disapproval of slaughtering dogs and cats for human consumption.
2It encourages Japan to create a nationwide ban on these practices.
3The resolution affirms shared values between the United States and Japan regarding animal protection.
4It condemns the inhumane treatment of dogs and cats for meat in the modern world.
5The resolution commends organizations advocating to end the consumption of dog and cat meat globally.

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IntroducedCurrentMar 9

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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