Topic 1: Demonized dogs throughout time
- Bloodhounds (Latter 19th century)
- Malamutes/Huskies
- German Shepherd (until "Rin Tin Tin")
- Dobermans/Rottweilers
- Pit Bulls (rise of dog fighting in the 60's)
Topic 2: History of Pit Bulls
- Nanny dogs
- Hunting dogs
- America's sweetheart
- Fighters
- Facts and myths
- Professional view on Pits
Topic 3: Other dogs with BSL
- Rottweilers
- Dogo Argentino
- Mastiff breeds
- Wolf hybrids
Topic 4: Cities that have BSL
- 42 states with cities that have BSL
- Why they have restrictions
- How much it costs
- Why it doesn't work
Topic 5: Professional opinions on BSL
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- Missouri Veterinary Medical Association
- Kansas City Veterinary Medical Association
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American College of Emergency Physicians
- Professional Liability Insurance Trust
- American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
- American Medical Association
- National Animal Control Association
- U.S. Center for Disease Control
- Humane Society of the United States
- ASPCA
- American Kennel Club
- National Canine Research Foundation
- http://www.humanesociety.org/issues/breed-specific-legislation/fact_sheets/breed-specific-legislation-no-basis-in-science.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/
Conclusion: The breed of a dog is not what causes an irate temperament in some dogs, it is the owner who is responsible for their dog's temper.
I commented on Andrea's and Kaylin's blog.
I commented on Andrea's and Kaylin's blog.
