United States

Brief Summary of Wildlife Rehabilitation Laws
Angela Nicole Johnson (2012)

Wildlife rehabilitators care for orphaned and/or injured wildlife with the goal of returning animals back into their native habitat. Although a rehabilitator’s focus is on the care of wildlife, rehabilitators necessarily spend time complying with local, state, and federal laws, fundraising activities, coordinating volunteers, and educating the public about wildlife.

Brief Summary of the Lacey Act
Cynthia Hodges, J.D., LL.M., M.A. (2010)

Brief Summary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA)
Cynthia Hodges, J.D., LL.M., M.A. (2010)

Brief Summary of the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
Rebecca F. Wisch (2002)

Brief Summary of Laws Concerning Chimpanzees
Alicia Ivory (2007)

The image of chimpanzees as curious mischief-makers is as familiar to American culture as the wily fox or the wise old owl.   While from an early age we learn the anthropomorphic characteristics attributed to chimps (or, those human qualities associated with animals), most people’s understanding of the actual nature of life as a chimpanzee is extremely limited.

Brief Summary of Veterinary Malpractice
Rebecca F. Wisch (2003; updated 2010)

Brief Summary of Veterinary Client Issues
Akisha R. N. McGee (2006; updated 2011)

             We all know that taking our furry friends to the veterinarian can be a stressful time. Learning some of the details of the veterinarian-client relationship can help ease some of the stress. So, what makes up a veterinarian-client relationship?

Brief Summary of Animal Testing in Commercial Products
Katie C. Galanes (2010)

Brief Summary of Legal Issues Surrounding the Trade in Wild-Caught Reptiles
James M. Green (2005)

Brief Summary of Laws Affecting Retail Pet Stores
Ashley Duncan (2006)