For all the details check out the RSPCA website at:

http://www.rspca.org.uk/servlet/Satellite?pagename=RSPCACampaigns/Newwelfarelaw/NewwelfarelawHomepage&articleid=1084619593197

It sounds like an idea whose time is past due and should be supported by all caring people!
If only the BCSPCA would make the same effort to improve the standards for animal welfare in this province some real progress could be made.