There’s little doubt most pet owners love their animals and are diligent about ensuring the safety of their dogs, cats or any other creature they share their homes with.

East Fork residents Laurie and Alan Hurd are no different.

The Hurds live in rural Idaho. They recreate outdoors often with their dog. Alan has a trapping license from the state and traps some furbearers. They understand what activities are allowed on public land and private land. They don’t question the legality of, nor need for, the trapping industry in Idaho.

But, they do question one specific trap type in which their dog, Whiskey, died.

On the afternoon of Sunday, Jan. 11 Laurie and Whiskey drove to Road Creek, off East…