Links below can assist you if you have questions about laws, legislation, or dog control. There are links to the counties around Silver Falls Kennel Club and to other organizations concerning legislation.

State of Oregon

Oregon State Statutes pertaining to dogs (pdf file) Find your legislator

Polk County

Board of Commissioners Polk County Dog Ordinances Dog Licensing Info (pdf file) Sheriff's Office (Dog Control)

Yamhill County

Board of Commissioners Public Hearings Schedule Sheriff's Office (Dog Control)

Marion County

Board of Commissioners Marion County Board of Commissioners - Meeting Agendas Marion County Dog Control & Shelter County Dog Control Ordinances

National Animal Interest Alliance

Long Term Health Effects of Spay/Neuter in Dogs Model Animal Control Ordinance (pdf file) NAIA Guide to Pet Friendly Ordinances 16 Rules of Effective Lobbying

American Kennel Club

Canine Legislation page Legislative alerts Support the cause and buy a car magnet or pin Brochures Animal Limit Laws - A better alternative  Disagree Diplomatically  Preserve your rights as a dog owner  Other AKC brochures

Other Links

PetPac - a pet-friendly political action committee What to do When Animal Control Comes Knocking (by an attorney) A community approach to dog bite prevention The pet underpopulation problem