breed specific legislation

18Apr

Spanish government plans to remove dangerous dog list and increase punishment for animal cruelty.

The Spanish government believes eliminating the dangerous dog list will help reduce unfair misconceptions about specific dog breeds. Read more.

18Apr

MAUMELLE, Ark. — The Maumelle City Council has passed an ordinance to end the city’s ban on certain dog breeds, allowing all dog breeds in the city.

The breed ban had been in place for more than 30 years, and was repealed on April 5, 2021. Read more.

13Jan

Aurora, Colorado Repeals 15 Year Old Breed Ban.

On Monday, January 11, 2021, the Aurora City Council voted to repeal the city’s ban on restricted dog breeds. The ordinance passed with a final vote of 7-3. Read more here.

13Dec

The city of Pasco votes to end breed ban and looks to breed neutral laws.

After an unanimous vote by the Pasco, Washington City Council, breed neutral laws will now be in effect as of December 12, 2020. Read more here.

30Nov

City report indicates Calgarians overwhelmingly against pitbull-specific rules

Calgarians have made their voices heard! Many spoke out against adding breed-specific rules to the city’s responsible pet ownership bylaw after the city considered “pitbull” specific laws during the public consultation process. Read more here.