Executives in the companion animal industry concerned about Codes of Conduct governing retailers, shelters and commercial operations are invited to attend an OpenSpace on this matter at the Regional Summits for Urban Animal Strategies, 13 - 19 April 2011 in Toronto, Halifax, Red Deer and Vancouver.
Background:
The advent of the internet has allowed numerous service providers to hold themselves out as legitimate members of the companion animal industry. Some of these service providers escape detection and deliver sub-standard services. The companion animal industry has recognized this problem and has come together to develop a solution that will reduce or eliminate this problem. A new national seal of approval will allow service providers to help pet families acquire services or donate funds to a compliant provider with confidence.
OpenSpace:
Retailers, Humane Societies, Veterinarians, Breeders, Licensing Agencies and other Service providers are invited to attend one of four Summits and to participate in a facilitated discussion of the proposed qualifications. Louis McCann, Chair, National Companion Animal Coalition, is leading a conversation on the new National Codes of Conduct governing all aspects of the companion animal industry.
Other Summit Conversations:
Joe Mauro, CEO of the Canadian Kennel Club, will be leading a national conversation on the Best Practices for Breeders with the support of the other national industry leaders. Patricia Cameron, Executive Director, Calgary Humane Society, will be leading a conversation that looks at the four waves of the humane movement. Mike Dover, author of "WikiBrands", principal of Socialstruct Advisory Group will deliver the National Urban Animal Report for 2010.
Registration:
The specific venues and dates, as well as the registration, for these events can be found at http://www.tsuas.com/ or by contacting Judi Cannon
e: event@tsuas.com; p: 705.749.6607
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