Full Resource - City of Edmonton
Full Resource - City of Edmonton
Full Resource - City of Edmonton
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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