Dogs are People Too: A Morning of Film and Discussion 

Presented by the ISBA Animal Law Section

Wednesday, December 10, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. ET

1 hr. CLE

About the event 

Dogs Are People Too is a documentary that explores the legal and societal complexities of the human-dog relationship, particularly in the context of animal rights. It examines the conflict between how humans view dogs as family members and how the law often treats them as property. The film follows a landmark civil rights trial in Detroit, where a mother seeks justice for the killing of her dog, and delves into the growing movement to grant dogs legal personhood. 
 
Speakers:
Katie Hansberry, Humane World for Animals 
Ashley Hart, Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program
Karen Celestino-Horseman, Austin & Jones, P.C.

Special Guest: The Honorable K9 Judge is an 11-year-old German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois crossbreed. He is technically called a “Shepinois,” but he thinks that is a little “too fancy.” K9 Judge is a certified Canine Good Citizen, and he went on to receive his Therapy Dog Certification when he was 4. Since then, he has been part of the JLAP paw patrol crew to provide therapy dog support to Indiana judges, lawyers, bar applicants, law students, and supreme court employees. K9 Judge is a gentle giant living his best life as a Senior Judge these days, and he enjoys visiting his friends in the legal community. So Ordered. So Barked!  

Who might enjoy this

This presentation will be of interest to legal professionals who practice animal law.

Pricing

Law Students: $10 
Non-Members/Non-Attorneys Not Seeking CLE Credit: $15
Section Members: $20
ISBA Members: $40
Non-Member: $60 

Program link

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