![]() ![]() Locally, licensing man’s best friend dates back to the late 1800s. The first record of a dog’s being licensed was in Holland in 1446, and the first evidence that dog owners were taxed for their pets was in Germany in 1598. Keeping a record of the domestic dogs in an area is not a new idea. One of the responsibilities of dog ownership is ensuring that our pets are properly registered. From sleeping in their owners’ beds to receiving up-to-date medical care, many dogs are indeed members of the family. We find companionship, security, protection, and comfort in the presence of our dogs. Many Monroe County citizens, myself included, are dog lovers. They are sitting on the front steps of their home at the corner of Lenox Avenue and Elizabeth Street in East Stroudsburg. Brothers Milton and Ed Barry with their dogs in 1912. ![]()
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