Tax Relief for Pet Owners?

Due to the recession, more and more abandoned pets are turning up at animal shelters because cash-strapped owners can no longer afford to care for them.

Rep. Thaddeus McCotter has introduced a bill that would help by using the federal tax code. The Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years (HAPPY) Act would allow to deduct the cost of pet-related expenses-up to $3,500 dollars per year- from the income taxes. Leo Grille, an animal rights activist, believes that the bill would help the 60% of Americans who own pets. He also said that the bill could lower the cost of animal control services.