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Student <strong>Resource</strong><br />

Pets in the <strong>City</strong><br />

The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Edmonton</strong>’s “Pets in the <strong>City</strong>”<br />

campaign was developed to remind pet owners<br />

about their responsibilities. A campaign is a<br />

project or program that works to meet a goal.<br />

Why do you think a local government might<br />

develop and advertise a campaign like this<br />

The goal <strong>of</strong> the Pets in the <strong>City</strong> campaign<br />

is to encourage people to be responsible pet<br />

owners. A responsible pet owner involves<br />

much more than making sure a pet has<br />

enough food and water or providing them<br />

with care and a home. Pet owners are also<br />

responsible for the actions <strong>of</strong> their pets. The<br />

<strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Edmonton</strong> considers licensing one <strong>of</strong><br />

the most important parts <strong>of</strong> responsible pet<br />

ownership.<br />

Responsible pet owners not only look after<br />

their pet’s health and wellness, they also make<br />

sure their pet is a positive addition to the<br />

community. This means controlling, training<br />

and cleaning up after pets so the city stays safe,<br />

clean and healthy for people and animals.<br />

Many responsibilities related to pet ownership<br />

are also the law. The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Edmonton</strong> regulates<br />

pet ownership under the Animal Licensing and<br />

Control Bylaw.<br />

Think<br />

Ahead to<br />

Make It Real<br />

What type <strong>of</strong> campaign could you launch<br />

in your school or your neighbourhood<br />

to support Pets in the <strong>City</strong> Think <strong>of</strong> some<br />

important messages that a campaign could<br />

promote. Keep these ideas and “make it real”<br />

when you have finished your research!<br />

What do you think is most<br />

important for all pet owners to know<br />

and do Discuss these “think alouds”<br />

with your group:<br />

A responsible pet owner makes sure that....<br />

Every pet should....<br />

Pets need licences because....<br />

Make A Better <strong>City</strong> 101

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