In August of 2017, Governor Tom Wolf signed Libre's Law claiming to pave the way for Pennsylvania to be the most improved state in the country for animal protection.

Governor Tom Wolf is contributing to the inhumane treatment of animals by not classifying dog grooming as a "life-sustaining" business.

The ASPCA states that, "Most people get haircuts to look better, feel better, or to simply get a fresh start in life. But for dogs and cats, proper hair hygiene is essential, failure to groom pets regularly can have serious health consequences. Grooming is as important as bringing your pet to the vet for regular checkups. It's maintaining the wellbeing of your animal. Simply put, animals, especially those with long hair, suffer when they aren't maintained or regularly groomed. Good groomers don’t just cut for beauty; they look for signs of trouble beneath the furry surface.  A groomer may discover health issues before you know they exist, including cysts, bad skin conditions, and ear infections—all of which can hide under fur. For example, matted hair can progress quickly from causing mild skin irritation to infecting wounds. Fleas and ticks can live relatively invisibly in a hair mat, and mats around the hind end can cause an accumulation of feces that sometimes impedes defecation. Severe hair mats can grow so tightly that they can restrict or cut off blood circulation, which can eventually require amputation."

Please support Senator Doug Mastriano and sign this petition asking Governor Tom Wolf to add dog grooming to the list if "life-sustaining" businesses.