Thanks to Hero Pit Bull, Michigan Town Ends Breed Ban
The heroic actions of a Pit Bull named Isis inspired city officials in Hazel Park, Mich., to repeal its breed ban.
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Dog Mom May Have to Rehome Hero Pit Bull Due to Hazel Park Breed Ban
When Jamie Kraczkowski’s boyfriend slammed her head against a wall, her Pit Bull came to her rescue. But because of a breed ban, she must rehome her hero dog or move.
Thanks to Public Outcry, Louisiana Town Puts New Breed Ban on Hold
When the news spread over the weekend that Moreauville, La., officials had voted to ban all Pit Bulls and Rottweilers — and destroy any of these dogs who weren’t relocated by Dec. 1 — the backlash was immediate. More than 215,000 people have signed a MoveOn.org petition asking officials to end the ban. It was started by Joanna Armand, … Continue reading Thanks to Public Outcry, Louisiana Town Puts New Breed Ban on Hold
New Breed Ban Means Louisiana Family Must Give Up Dog or Else
Zeus acts as an unofficial therapy dog for his owner, O’hara Owens of Moreauville, La., who has neck problems and must use a wheelchair. “I can sit here if I’m in pain. He comes up there and he notices it before I even make any noise,” Owens told KALB. But Owens and her family may soon have … Continue reading New Breed Ban Means Louisiana Family Must Give Up Dog or Else
Grrr: NYC Luxury Co-op Requires DNA Tests to Determine Banned Breeds
An Upper West Side tower that bans 27 (!) breeds has a new policy that requires veterinarians to confirm the pedigree of canine tenants. Some mutts may require DNA tests.