breed specific legislation

Connecticut House Bans Dog Breed Bans

BSL leads to bully breeds being dropped off at shelters that are no longer able to adopt them out. Read more

Connecticut Proposes Bill to Ban Breed Specific Legislation

“It’s like saying because I am blonde, I’m stupid. I’m not saying a dog can’t be labeled as dangerous, but its breed can’t be the criteria.” Read more

Breed Specific Legislation Fight Continues in Maryland

After a victory in August against a bill that deemed pit bulls ‘inherently dangerous’, an altered version of the bill threatens pit bulls and their owners again. Read more

Breed Specific Legislation and Alpha Dog Mythology

Touting the concept that dogs are inclined to seek a higher status in their relationships with people, including displaying aggression to do it, is scary. Read more