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What Animal Law Reveals About How Society Really Values Dogs
Description
We call them family.
We celebrate their birthdays.
We build our lives around them.
But legally?
They’re still considered property.
In this episode, Em sits down with animal rights lawyer Susanna Gartner, founder of Canada’s first animal law firm, to talk about what that actually means for the dogs we love.
They unpack how the legal system handles pet custody during breakups, what can happen to animals when someone passes away, why shelters are still overwhelmed, and how small, everyday actions from regular people can create real change.
Because the way the law sees our dogs… doesn’t always match the way we feel about them.
And that gap matters more than most people realize.
If you’ve ever wondered how the law sees your dog — or how to protect them better… press play.
Learn more and take action: suzanagartner.com
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