Amendments to the county animal ordinance were discussed at a special called meeting of the Henderson County (KY) Fiscal Court on August 9, 2021. Among other expected provisions, the proposed ordinance will address dangerous animals and the safety of dogs left enclosed in hot cars. The ordinance was not finalized as of August 11, 2021.
WHAT YOU CAN DO:
Dog owners in the county are urged to contact Fiscal Court members and respectfully request information about the provisions of the proposed ordinance, when it will be up for a vote, and how residents can participate to help ensure that the interests of all dog owners are represented. Click here and scroll down for contact information.
Please contact AKC Government Relations at doglaw@akc.org or 919-816-3720 for additional information.