Blog post 5

Thesis: The breed specific legislation on dogs in certain states are ineffective, because the breed of a dog does not determine their behavior and temperament. (Top dog banned in the US is "Pit bull" or any dog with the appearance of a Pit.)

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.