IMO/E - MSN is *not* the magic cure so many are looking for. What it does is force those that are already obeying the law to pay a fee for being responsible, and those that shirk their responsibilities as pet owners will continue to dis-obey the law.

It also discourages pet owners from seeking vet care, as they fear being reported for not having altered their pet or obtained a tag/license for rabies innoculations (and likely not utilizing other vaccinations).

Coercive and punitive laws are counter-productive. For the amount that attempting to enforce these laws will cost, the city/county can likely provide even more accessible/affordable low/no cost clinics, as well as low cost vx to those that need them most.

If someone is breaking the law by allowing their pet to run at large - then punish the owner of this pet --- not mine who is sitting inside, well cared for and not reproducing at will.

As far as I am concerned, a city/county should have no say whatsoever in medical decisions I make for my pet. That is my decision, and will be made in conjunction with my vet of choice (and with consideration to guidelines suggested by those knowledgeable in my breed).