All posts tagged "BSL"
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1.6KAbout BreedsAbandoning Breed Stereotypes On Canine Aggression
When people are looking to adopt or rescue a dog, unfortunately there are stereotypes around certain breeds having a reputation for being...
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2.2KBSL: Breed Law
Delta Airlines Lifts Ban on Pit Bull Service Dogs in Flight
For the first time in more than two years, pit bulls will once again be allowed to fly Delta—as long as they’re...
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1.5KBSL: Breed Law
PAWSOME! Denver Voters Approve Measure to End 31-Year Pit Bull Ban
For the first time in 31-years, residents of Denver, Colorado will be able to share their hearts and homes with pit bulls....
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1.8KBSL: Breed Law
Denver Pit Bull Ban Stands as City Council Falls Just Short of Veto Override
Denver’s highly publicized pit bull ban will stay in effect as city council fell just one vote short of overriding the mayor’s...
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1.7KBSL: Breed Law
Denver Council Vote to Lift Pit Bull Ban— Will Mayor Hancock Sign?
For Denver, the fight to end breed-specific legislation isn’t quite over yet. Although the Denver City Council voted 7-to-4 Monday in favor...
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2.8K1BSL: Breed Law
Kansas City Commissioners Repeal Decades Old Pit Bull Ban
Kansas City, Kansas’ pit bull ban was repealed on Thursday, making American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, and Staffordshire Bull Terriers...
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5.7K2BSL: Breed Law
New 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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2.9K1BSL: Breed Law
MD Lawmakers Propose Law to End Breed Discrimination by Insurance Companies
Maryland lawmakers have proposed legislation that would prohibit insurance companies from discriminating against certain breeds of dogs in homeowner’s insurance or renter’s...
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7.0K13About Breeds
The 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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14.7K4BSL: Breed Law
Kentucky 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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4.2KBSL: Breed Law
Montreal’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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8.8K6BSL: Breed Law
Springfield, 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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12.7KAbout Breeds
These 13 Rottweilers Dare You to Stereotype Them!
These days, pit bulls take the brunt of all the unwarranted negative bias and stereotyping by people that haven’t had the distinct...
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8.6K2BSL: Breed Law
Victory 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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340.1K146Front Page News
The 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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10.6K3Front Page News
Patrick Stewart & Foster Dog Ginger #GetTough Against Dog Fighting & BSL
For the first time in more than 50 years, legendary actor Sir Patrick Stewart opened his heart and home to foster a...
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6.8K1About Breeds
Breed 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 ...
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15.5K2BSL: Breed Law
After His Blissful Adoption Photo Goes Viral, Police Say Diggy Must Go
You may recall seeing the photo above making the rounds on social media. The photo, a selfie of musician Dan Tillery and his...
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14.7KAsk the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: Overcoming Your Dog’s Stereotypes
“People are scared when they see my Rottweiler, because he’s so big and intimidating looking. He is a sweetheart who wouldn’t hurt...
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6.0KBSL: Breed Law
Louisiana ‘Vicious Dog Ban’ Puts Pit Bulls and Rottweilers at Risk of Euthanasia
When the tiny village of Moreauville, Louisiana passed an ordinance on October 13 banning residents from owning Pit Bulls or Rottweilers, dogs they have...
