Urge county to replace 'owner' with 'guardian' in animal laws
In Plain English
The city wants Contra Costa County to change its animal code language from calling people pet 'owners' to pet 'guardians.' This formal request reflects a growing movement to recognize the relationship between people and animals as guardianship rather than ownership. The change affects only terminology in county law, not actual legal responsibilities.
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