It is absolutely beyond me why people entertain the thoughts that banning breeds or fictitious breeds of dogs? If they have their thinking caps on at all or have learned the art of "google" they will find plenty of evidence that cities, states, counties and countries are repealing bans and substituting with common sense. Holland executed a detailed study to prove breed bans do nothing to decrease bite incidents. In an article this week...

Rasode says she could see tougher legislation, or even a ban on certain breeds in Surrey. “If the SPCA came forward to council with a proposal we would certainly not only discuss that proposal but send it out to public consultation…and maybe a ban is what we need to look at."

Give your head a shake Barinder!

Google the "Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw" in Calgary.

I feel like a broken record.. record.. record... record... record... record...

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This week the President of the DLCC, LeeAnn O'Reilly, was interviewed by the Cornerbrook Western Star.

Stricter enforcement, more responsibility needed: dog expert

CORNER BROOK
GARY KEAN
The Western Star


LeeAnn O’Reilly says public education, in addition to stricter laws and regulations, are the key to fostering more responsible dog ownership.

The Corner Brook woman is president of the Dog Legislation Council of Canada and has been involved in rescuing neglected and abused dogs for 20 years.

When it comes to dog aggression, O’Reilly said the solution is not always to have the dog euthanized. More emphasis needs to be placed on making people realize the onus is on the owner to ensure their dog is trained to behave properly and that even troublesome dogs can be taught their place in the human world.

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