Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions
Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions is a registered Political Action Committee (PAC) with the Ohio Secretary of State and is recognized as a §501(c)(4) organization by the Internal Revenue Service

Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions
Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions is a registered Political Action Committee (PAC) with the Ohio Secretary of State and is recognized as a §501(c)(4) organization by the Internal Revenue Service

Initiated Statute (Ballot Initiative) to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions

Ohio has no laws preventing dog auctions.

Many concerned citizens firmly believe the auctions serve not reputable breeders but large commercial facilities where dogs are bred to produce as many puppies as possible in conditions ranging from unsanitary to inhumane.

The Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions is spearheading a new, citizen-backed ballot initiative – The Ohio Dog Auctions Act.

The measure (similar in language to Pennsylvania's Statute 459-603) will establish a statute to the Ohio Dog Law making it illegal for anyone to auction or raffle a dog in Ohio. It also would prohibit bringing dogs into the state for sale or trade that were acquired by auction or raffle elsewhere.

Voters across the state are communicating with their fellow citizens and starting to gather a goal of a minimum of 120,700 signatures by December 1, 2010 to put the proposed law before the Legislature in January 2011.

Volunteer petitioners are needed to make this initiative a reality in Ohio —we have until December 1, 2010! We need everyone's participation to make this vital effort a success!

As of June 30, 2010, a total of 19,538 signatures have been collected of the minimum 120,700 signatures required. 326 volunteer Petition Circulators helped raise awareness of the Ohio Dog Auctions Act by helping to collect signatures from 74 counties.

(A special CONGRATULATIONS to Team Hopper (representing three Petition Circulators) who exceeded their signature goal of 402 for Coshocton county by 104.73%, and Amy B./Anne R./Chris H. /Jill N./Kathryn B./Kay K./Keri K./Melissa S./Sherri M./Vikki K. who exceeded their signature goal of 296 for Hocking county by 113.85%!)

Steps to Success!

New Campaign Kits!

A new campaign kit to help gather signatures contains a media release, an informational sheet on the top questions (with answers) everyone needs to know on Ohio dog auctions and an informational sheet on best strategies in helping to raise awareness and gather signatures from registered voters.

Please note that because this is an Initiated Statute whose rules are governed by the Ohio Secretary of State, all signatures must be collected on a hard copy Petition and cannot be collected online.

To download these and other informational materials, including a copy of the Initiative Petition (Ohio Dog Auctions Act), please click here.

Town Hall Meetings!

Learn more about the Ohio Dog Auctions Act by participating in a Town Hall Meeting for your county!

For dates, times and locations of upcoming Town Hall Meetings (as they become confirmed), please click here.

Signature Gatherings!

With over 121,000 signatures needed for the Initiative Petition to be placed on the 2011 ballot, much help is needed from additional volunteers!

For dates, times and locations of upcoming Signature Gatherings (as they become confirmed), please click here.

Peaceful Rally!

GET READY TO SERVE AS A STRONG VOICE FOR THE DOGS ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2010!

Following our very successful May 22 and August 21 peaceful rallies in Millersburg, we're ready to stand united against the Ohio Dog Auctions in Holmes county!

DATE:
Sat., September 25, 2010

TIME:
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

LOCATION:
Charm, OH (on Route 557, just four miles from the site of the September 25 Ohio Dog Auction)
(Per the instructions of the Holmes County Sheriff's Department, we need to ensure we stand approximately six feet of the roadside and do not block any cars from entering the businesses.)

ATTIRE:
Since September 25 could bring rain and some cool temperatures, be sure to dress accordingly!

SIGNS:
PLEASE BRING SIGNS!

Please remember that many farmers and dog fanciers - hobby and show breeders - are supporting the Ohio Dog Auctions Act, and they will be present at this county fair. Our focus is the Ohio Dog Auctions and their relationship to puppy mills and pet homelessness, so please ensure your signs reflect this message!

Signs with pictures of dogs from Ohio dog auctions (feel free to use any of the pictures on the www.BanOhioDogActions.com website) with the text, "Support the Ohio Dog Auctions Act" and "Ban Ohio Dog Auctions" enlarged to 13 X 17 on a home photo printer, or as large as you can get them without being blurry, are very effective for this peaceful rally.

RIDERS WILL BE JOINING US!

Over 100 riders from across Ohio are scheduled to join us in support of our efforts to raise awareness of the Ohio Dog Auctions Act!

The route will include a visit past the businesses in Charm (ground zero for our Peaceful Rally) and the Livestock Auction Barn (where the Ohio Dog Auctions take place) along Route 557.

If interested in being a part of this passionate crew of animal advocates, please contact Julie with Operation Warm and Cozy at 330-364-7190.

(We invite you to read Frankie's story, Julie's rescued companion from the Ohio Dog Auction, in the June 8 issue of the Times-Reporter - One dog's incredible journey, Frankie wandered out of wooded area.)

The State Auto Connection

IMPORTANT UPDATE: A HUGE thanks to those of you who signed our Petition, made personal calls and wrote letters to the CEO, Robert Restrepo, Jr. Because of YOU, State Auto has made the decision to discontinue their relationship with the Buckeye Dog Auction effective June 30, 2007!

Many concerned citizens from around the country have recently learned that State Auto Mutual Insurance Company serves as the underwriter for the Buckeye Dog Auction (Certificate 6913179). State Auto writes business in 27 states from Michigan to Florida and from Utah to Virginia through more than 3,000 independent agencies. Their 2,000-plus employees work out of the corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, ten regional and branch offices, and numerous claim service offices throughout their operating territory.

Voice your concerns to State Auto! As Forbes magazine’s choice as the 2006 “Best Managed” Insurance company in America, request that State Auto end their business relationship with the Buckeye Dog Auction by signing the Petition Justice for Dogs Sold During the Buckeye Dog Auction.

Your signature will make a difference in the lives of canine companions who cannot speak for themselves.

Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions is a registered Political Action Committee (PAC) with the Ohio Secretary of State and is recognized as a §501(c)(4) organization by the Internal Revenue Service

Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions
Coalition to Ban Ohio Dog Auctions is a registered Political Action Committee (PAC) with the Ohio Secretary of State and is recognized as a §501(c)(4) organization by the Internal Revenue Service