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Breed-Specific Legislation (BSL)
People who own such breeds - or are considering adopting
one - should take the extra step of researching local pet
laws prior to adopting a dog, moving to a new city, or even
traveling with their pet.
It should be noted that people should exercise caution
even if their dog simply looks like a controversial
breed.
Some jurisdictions place a complete ban certain breeds
of dogs. Others may require certain breeds to be muzzled
while in public. Owners of such breeds may be required to
carry liability insurance. Some places may even have the
power to confiscate a dog if it's one of the banned breeds!
Travelers who plan to bring the family dog on holidays
should research BSL where they intend to travel, as it may
affect the types of dogs that are welcome at your intended
destination. Even if a hotel or accommodation bills themselves
as "pet-friendly" they cannot break the law by
welcoming a dog that has been banned in their municipality.
If your dog is a potentially controversial breed,
then a bit of research now can save you hassle and heartache
later on. More information on breed-specific legislation can
be found at the following links:
- Understand-A-Bull - United States BSL
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Loving dogs of all breeds live happily with their human
families. Unfortunately, Breed-specific legislation,
or BSL, place restrictions on "controversial" dog
breeds. These can include (but are not limited to)
"pit bulls", rottweilers, doberman pinschers,
or mixes of these breeds.
In Ontario, Canada, dogs that merely look like "pit bulls"
can be affected by their breed-specific legislation. However,
this is a very subjective measure and one that's prone to
error. To make the point, see this link:
Can You Identify the Pit Bull?
- Understand-A-Bull - Canada BSL
- American Kennel Club - Canine Legislation
- Ontario's Pit Bull Ban
- Ontario's Pit Bull Ban - an opinion
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