I've been telling folks for some time now that the fight against BSL is gaining traction.
Some see it, some don't. And when asked to give examples of my claim, I often point folks toward the internet.
Namely, I tell'em to look up info pertaining to the many countries, states, counties and towns that have either reversed or rejected Breed Specific Legislation.
Namely, I tell'em to look up info pertaining to the many countries, states, counties and towns that have either reversed or rejected Breed Specific Legislation.
In fact, two European nations (The Netherlands and Italy) recently repealed long standing breed bans citing that the laws were not effective in increasing public safety.
And while I really appreciate all the work done by Pit bull, Rottweiler, and German Shepherd owners - not to mention the owner's of the many other breeds whose dogs eventually end-up on the BSL list - I am always tickled when I find those with dogs that are not on the BSL list speaking out against BSL.
So with that said, here's the impetus for this post: Retrieverman's post encouraging folks to reject BSL.
Now, his post isn't worded the way I would have worded it, and many that are uber-involved with BSL issues will take notice of some the phrasing and examples - yes, I did too.
BUT Retrieverman is spot-on when it comes to his stance on BSL: it is not the answer. And at the end of the day, no matter what, it is always good to have folks with dogs not often on the BSL lists putting their foot down on the matter - it is appreciated.
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