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  1. Laws and legislation which places limitations on ownership of pit bull dogs

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  1. Important Thread Important: What to do when Animal Control Comes Knocking

    WHAT TO DO WHEN ANIMAL CONTROL COMES KNOCKING by George J. Eigenhauser Jr. (he is an attorney at law licensed in the State of California since 1979 and practices in the areas of civil litigation and estate planning) ANTI-DOG ENFORCEMENT - What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know

    Started by Tiara‎, 03-06-2007 10:17 AM
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  2. Important Thread Important: Proposed animal abuse legislation at federal, state levels

    France -- Animal advocates hope dogfighting and puppy mill scandals will breed tougher animal abuse laws. Here is a look at legislation already proposed: Virginia: A bill was filed to add organized dogfighting as a qualifying offense under the state's racketeering law, which would mean tougher...

    Started by Marty‎, 12-30-2007 06:50 PM
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    02-07-2008, 06:19 AM Go to last post
  3. Important Thread Important: American Canine Foundation, putting their money where their mouth is

    Why do I not hear more about this group? They are spearheading the legal fight in Denver. They are spearheading the legal fight in Lanett, Al. They have been providing legal help for bully owners across the nation and yet I hear so little about a group that is doing more than just yelling out loud...

    Started by GaDog‎, 07-15-2005 06:38 AM
    • Replies: 7
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    01-26-2006, 07:21 AM Go to last post
  1. Springville Alabama is considering a multi-breed discriminatory law

    On May 6th the Springville City Council tabled an ordinance that would redefine what a dangerous dog is.  The current suggestions include breed discriminatory language that would target “any pit bull terrier which is defined as any Cane Corso breed … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-19-2013 11:20 PM
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    05-19-2013, 11:20 PM Go to last post
  2. Great Bend KS to discuss ban

    The Great Bend City Council will discuss a possible breed ban during their next meeting. The meeting will be held on Monday May 20th. There is limited information at this time about what positions the council takes and this appears … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-19-2013 09:20 PM
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    05-19-2013, 09:20 PM Go to last post
  3. Darlington WI repeals breed discriminatory ordinance

    At the May 7th meeting of the Darlington Common Council, officials heard a motion to repeal the breed discriminatory portion of the city code. The change was requested by a resident, Jeanne Bailey, who had moved to town and was … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-16-2013 09:30 PM
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    05-16-2013, 09:30 PM Go to last post
  4. Farmers Group, Inc., will stop covering homeowners for bites by three breeds

    Coverage to End For Bites by Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Wolf Hybrids Farmers Group, Inc., will stop covering homeowners for bites by three breeds, saying they are responsible for a quarter of all claims in California By Sharon Bernstein Tuesday, Feb 12, 2013 Updated 2:46 PM PST America’s...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 02-12-2013 08:31 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 222
    05-16-2013, 06:54 PM Go to last post
  5. Hearing set for M***achusetts S969, to allow breed discriminatory laws on the state l

    At the end of 2012, the M***achusetts legislature p***ed a comprehensive animal control act.  This new law contained a clause in it that subverted all breed discriminatory laws in M***achusetts, making breed discrimination illegal on the state level. Boston officials … Continue reading → More...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-16-2013 05:10 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    05-16-2013, 05:10 PM Go to last post
  6. Flemingsburg Kentucky City Council p***es first reading of breed ban

    At Monday nights meeting, Flemingsburg Kentucky City Council voted unanimously to alter their current breed discriminatory ordinance, which regulates pit bulls, to a complete ban. Members of the council cite complaints from their constituents about dogs at large as the … Continue reading → More...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-16-2013 03:00 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    05-16-2013, 03:00 PM Go to last post
  7. Lincoln Military Housing: Seven breeds banned

    Thanks to a Facebook member for this information! Contact Lincoln Military Housing managers through their website at Lincoln Military Housing | Navy, Marine Corp, Army, Air Force May 25, 2010 RE: Dog Breed Restrictions Dear Residents of Lincoln Military Housing: As you are probably aware, the...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-27-2010 05:20 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,414
    05-15-2013, 08:23 PM Go to last post
  8. Nevada, AB 110, to prevent breed discrimination, advances to full Senate vote

    A bill to prevent breed discrimination at the state level has been working its way through the Nevada legislature. Despite some opposition during the Senate Judiciary Committee, we have just found out that AB110 has p***ed the committee unanimously. The results … Continue reading → More from...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-13-2013 06:30 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    05-13-2013, 06:30 PM Go to last post
  9. California legislator intends to try to repeal state protection from breed discrimina

    Following a fatal attack on a jogger, Los Angeles County Supervisor Mike Antonovich has announced intentions to approach the state legislature and ask them to repeal the portion of California state law that prohibits breed discriminatory laws on the state … Continue reading → More from...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-11-2013 06:20 PM
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    05-11-2013, 06:20 PM Go to last post
  10. Westwego Louisiana Councilman to propose breed ban

    Councilman Glen Green has been talking about a push to increase restrictions on dogs deemed to be pit bulls since a horrific attack on a constituent and friend earlier this year.  He plans to bring these regulations to the City … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-10-2013 11:40 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    05-10-2013, 11:40 PM Go to last post
  11. Connecticut HB 6311, a bill to prohibit breed discrimination, moves forward

    Yesterday Connecticut House Bill 6311, a bill to outlaw breed discriminatory laws, p***ed the next step by receiving a favorable report from the Senate Judiciary Committee. It has been reserved for a full Senate vote and has been placed on … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-10-2013 04:40 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 130
    05-10-2013, 04:40 PM Go to last post
  12. UK politicians are crazy

    This was posted on my FB wall never heard of such a retarted plan. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2320468/Dog-owners-forced-tie-pets-case-bite-burglar.html

    Started by Joe Black‎, 05-08-2013 11:02 PM
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    05-09-2013, 03:20 PM Go to last post
  13. Rhode Island HB5671, a bill to prohibit breed discrimatory laws set for committee

    Rhode Island legislators are looking at a bill that would prohibit municipalities in the state of Rhode Island from enacting breed discriminatory laws. HB5671 would amend the current laws to include a section that states: “No city or town may … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-07-2013 05:30 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    05-07-2013, 05:30 PM Go to last post
  14. South Bend Indiana is drafting changes to animal ordinance

    Prompted by high euthanasia rates, City Councilwoman Valerie Schey has formed a committee to re-vamp South Bends laws regarding Animal Care and Control. A committee has been formed to evaluate and re-draft the section of South bends code of ordinances … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-06-2013 10:00 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 125
    05-06-2013, 10:00 AM Go to last post
  15. Prairie City Iowa is considering changes to dog ordinance in wake of fatal attack

    April 23rd a young child succumb to injuries inflicted by her babysitters dog in Prairie City Iowa. What happened was a tragedy for all involved. There were many markers that show this to have been an avoidable tragedy, as the … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-01-2013 11:20 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 162
    05-01-2013, 11:20 PM Go to last post
  16. Osawtomie Kansas to review breed discriminatory ordinance

    At the request of a resident who was targeted as the owner of a banned dog the city council in Osawtomie, Kansas is reviewing their breed discriminatory law. A boxer mix was recently targeted as a banned dog, after being stopped … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 05-01-2013 09:20 PM
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    • Views: 116
    05-01-2013, 09:20 PM Go to last post
  17. Nevada AB 110, the bill to prevent breed discrimination, needs help NOW

    We received an e-mail from Ledy VanKavage of Best Friends Animal Society that AB 110, the bill to prevent breed discrimination on the state level,  has hit a speed bump.  One Senator in particular has pushed the case to the … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-30-2013 03:30 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 166
    04-30-2013, 03:30 PM Go to last post
  18. North Carolina bill to restrict multiple breeds is nixed

    Rep. Rodney Moore, of North Carolina, was not anticipating the backlash he received in response to his bill that would restrict multiple breeds of dogs and their mixes. We have been hearing rumors that he pulled the bill since roughly … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-26-2013 10:10 AM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-26-2013, 10:10 AM Go to last post
  19. Connecticut HB6311 to prevent breed discrimination advances to full house

    In February, Connecticut state legislators introduced a bill that would prohibit municipalities from enacting breed discriminatory laws. This bill came back from the fiscal analysis with a report that there will be no fiscal impact with this bill.  This means … Continue reading → More from...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-24-2013 12:10 AM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-24-2013, 12:10 AM Go to last post
  20. Bluefield West Virginia p***es ban

    Initially, reports from Bluefield officials were that people where not complying with the breed discriminatory restrictions that were already in place.  Due to the media coverage of the ban, many residents have since stepped up and said that they were … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-23-2013 10:10 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-23-2013, 10:10 PM Go to last post
  21. Lakewood, Colorado BSL Update

    Rocky Mountain Newshttp://www.rockymountainnews.com/drmn/local/article/0,1299,DRMN_15_4428872,00.htmlLakewood decides it won't ban specific dog breeds By Charley Able, Rocky Mountain News January 31, 2006 LAKEWOOD - The City Council on Monday decided to review and strengthen its...

    Started by Tiara‎, 01-31-2006 07:18 AM
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    04-23-2013, 04:46 AM Go to last post
  22. NY: New York Court rules no legal basis for breed discrimination

    April 10, 2013 New York Court rules no legal basis for breed discrimination - Very Good Sentences Last week, the New Supreme Court handed down a decision that ruled that there was no legal basis for discrimination against breeds of dogs. The ruling came in case New York vs Shanks. In the...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 04-19-2013 08:47 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    04-20-2013, 09:39 PM Go to last post
  23. North Carolina HB956 ***igned to committee

    The North Carolina bill to restrict ownership of multiple breeds of dogs has been referred to the House Committee on Rules, Calendar and Operations of the House. No date has been set as of yet for the bill to be … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-19-2013 04:10 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 174
    04-19-2013, 04:10 PM Go to last post
  24. Nevada bill to prevent breed discrimination advances to the House

    In February a bill was introduced in Nevada that would prohibit breed discriminatory laws on the state level. Initially this bill, AB 110, stalled out of the gate. It had been set for several separate hearing dates, which were either cancelled … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-18-2013 07:10 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-18-2013, 07:10 PM Go to last post
  25. North Carolina bill filed to restrict multiple breeds

    A bill has been filed in the North Carolina House of Representatives that would restrict the ownership of several breeds of dogs. HB 956, a bill to “Regulate Ownership of Aggressive Dog Breeds,” proposes an amendment to North Carolina’s dog … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-17-2013 11:10 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-17-2013, 11:10 PM Go to last post
  26. Wooster Ohio unanimously repeals breed ban

    At the April 15th City Council meeting in Wooster Ohio, the council voted unanimously to repeal their 13 year old ban on pit bull type dogs. Initially, officials in Wooster were going to let the repeal go for the full … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-15-2013 09:30 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-15-2013, 09:30 PM Go to last post
  27. My dog was shot today by my neighbor

    To make a long story short I'm taking my dog out on the bike the neighbors dogs always runs free but as I'm going down the drive way their two dogs come at me not the first time this has happen but usually i can scare them away well my dog cut under the bike between the two tires I let go of the...

    Started by hellrell‎, 04-11-2013 11:46 PM
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    04-13-2013, 09:50 AM Go to last post
  28. Westwego Louisiana officials introduce strict breed discriminatory requirements

    Earlier we reported that a councilman in Westwego was seeking to make it more difficult for people to own certain types of dogs following a severe attack on one of his constituents and friend.  The changes to the law are … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-12-2013 06:40 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 182
    04-12-2013, 08:40 PM Go to last post
  29. Wooster Ohio sets date to hear repeal

    A repeal of Wooster Ohio’s breed discriminatory law has been set for its first date.  The topic has been added to the agenda for the April 15th council meeting, 7:30 PM. In 2000 Wooster banned dogs they defined as a … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-12-2013 08:40 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-12-2013, 08:40 PM Go to last post
  30. Chippewa Falls Wisconsin rejects breed discrimination

    Thursday night city leaders in Chippewa Falls Wisconsin rejected the call for a ban that would target certain types of dogs. “City leaders agreed Thursday night at a Committee of the Whole meeting that a ban on any single dog … Continue reading → More from StopBSL.com...

    Started by StopBSL.com‎, 04-12-2013 04:30 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 127
    04-12-2013, 04:30 PM Go to last post

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