All posts tagged "breed specific legislation"
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435Awesome StoriesNew Washington Law Will End Breed-Specific Bans
Currently, 27 cities across the state of Washington have breed-specific bans in place, most commonly restricting residents from owning Pit Bulls. Under...
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2.0K2BSL: Breed LawKentucky City Considers Mandatory “Dog Attack” Insurance for Pit Bull Owners
The Northern Kentucky city of Taylor Mill is considering an ordinance that would require owners of pit bulls to carry insurance to...
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2.8K2About BreedsThe Real Truth About Pit Bulls
Pit Bulls are very strong, that’s true. But that’s not a crime. That doesn’t negate how sweet and lovable they are. We...
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10.1K4About BreedsKentucky Community Bans 11 Different Dog Breeds
Residents living in a Kentucky neighborhood were notified last week that, regardless of their demeanor, personality, or history of aggression, 11 different...
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5.3KAwesome StoriesHooray! Montreal is Officially Ending it’s Ban on Pit Bulls
One year after enacting a wide ban on pit bulls, Montreal’s newly elected mayor will officially end the ban and welcome ALL...
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2.8KBSL: Breed LawMontreal’s Newly Elected Mayor Promises to Repeal Pit Bull Ban
Montreal’s municipal election results proved that animal lovers DO have a voice – and that voice was heard loud and clear when Valérie...
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7.1K4BSL: Breed LawSpringfield, Missouri Lawmakers Approve Citywide Pit Bull Ban
In the very month that supporters and advocates celebrate pit bull awareness, lawmakers in Springfield, Missouri are taking a stand against the...
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5.6K2About BreedsVictory for Dogs! Breed Specific Legislation is Now Banned in Delaware
In a major victory for dogs and dog lovers in Delaware, breed specific legislation, or BSL, has now been banned statewide. On...
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336.1K145About BreedsThe Sometimes Surprising But Totally True Nature of Pit Bulls
Breed Specific Legislation (or BSL) is still very common and widespread across the country. Proponents of BSL say Pit Bulls have inherent...
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4.6K1About BreedsBreed Specific Legislation & The Truth About Pit Bulls
by Jane Bowers BA, CPDT-KA, CABC While the term ‘pit bull’ is often used to describe a group of dogs consisting of...