Comment
I strongly support the amendment of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997, and associated regulations to allow for the issuance of licences of new dog train and trial areas, and to allow the transfer of licences.
The 90 day application period for new licences and transfer of same would permit "grandfathering in" any existing pens that may be operating illegally. To licence these pens would allow the necessary enforcement of regulatory standards.
Like many who practice professional sports and hunting, those participating in this sport and operating pens are well educated and act as conservationists to wildlife. It is in the pen operator's best interest to ethically source and maintain the utmost standard of care for the wildlife within. It is also noteworthy that all game used in this sport have strong, sustainable populations.
My opinion is that there would not be a significant amount of new licences issued within the 90 day period. The amendment would simply allow for those who are already active and dedicated to the sport to operate lawfully and without unreasonable barriers that currently exist.
Submitted May 13, 2023 9:43 AM
Comment on
Proposal to allow the issuance of licences for new dog train and trial areas and the transfer of licences
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019-3685
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86849
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