Ordino Dog Owners Petition for Secure Off-Leash Areas
With over 300 signatures on Change.org, the campaign cites animal welfare laws and calls for fenced zones to improve pet exercise and community harmony.
Key Points
- Ordino dog owners' Change.org petition exceeds 300 signatures for fenced off-leash areas.
- Cites Law 11/2016 requiring controlled recreation for pet welfare and exercise.
- Calls on council and environment department to create zones enhancing community harmony.
- Highlights lack of spaces hindering legal compliance and quality of life.
Dog owners in Ordino have launched a petition urging the local council to establish secure, fenced areas where pets can run freely under supervision. The campaign, started several weeks ago on Change.org, has gathered more than 300 verified signatures.
The initiative highlights a shortage of suitable spaces for dogs to exercise in the parish, which organizers say hinders compliance with animal welfare laws and affects both pets and their owners. They cite Law 11/2016 on animal ownership and protection, which requires provisions for controlled recreation areas to support healthy development.
The lead promoter, a local resident and registered dog owner, calls on the Ordino council, in partnership with the Department of Environment, Agriculture and Sustainability, to develop a plan for these zones. Such spaces, the petition argues, would enhance animal welfare while improving quality of life for residents sharing public areas with dogs.
Proponents suggest drawing on successful examples from other areas, where similar facilities have boosted community harmony and protected natural surroundings. They position Ordino as a potential leader in animal welfare standards.
The petition emphasizes that current conditions make it challenging for owners to meet legal obligations, as no adequate off-leash areas exist. It ends with an appeal for public support through signatures.
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