Discuss the importance of following laws related to keeping dogs on a leash in recreational areas. Also, discuss the risks of not following these laws.
Haha, trapper's dodge?  Isn't it more like the dog owner dodging the law by allowing a dog off leash? If the law requires it in the area you are recreating, leash your darn dog. And no doubt the blame lies with the dog owner for not following the law in many cases of dogs that are killed and maimed in traps (which is a rare occurrence).