March 27th, 2009 by Editor
From KMEG channel 14 in Iowa:
Sioux City’s pit bull ban went into full swing on March 21st, the deadline for owners to register and microchip their animals. Since that date Cindy Rarrit with Animal Control says her department has impounded more than 10 pit bulls from owners who didn’t follow the rules. “They are immediately impounded, the owner has the option at that point in time to either sign the dogs over or appeal the process,” she says. The owner may also see a ticket for as much as $150. Read the rest of this entry »
March 26th, 2009 by Editor
From the Norwalk Reflector:
…After a lengthy discussion, council asked Law Director Stuart O’Hara to prepare two versions of the resolution for consideration at the next meeting one with language identifying all pit bulls as vicious dogs and another without labeling any breed as vicious and is based solely on a dog’s behavior. Read the rest of this entry »
March 25th, 2009 by Editor
From KDKA channel 2 in Pittsburgh:
…Pittsburgh City Councilman Bruce Kraus says the city will consider tighter controls [on pit bulls]. Read the rest of this entry »
March 11th, 2009 by Editor
From mlive.com:
…Saginaw City Councilman William G. Scharffe wants the city attorney to see if his community can ban dangerous dogs… Read the rest of this entry »
March 10th, 2009 by Editor
From the AKC:
Monday, March 09, 2009
The Chicago City Council Joint Committee on Finance and License & Consumer Protection will hear a proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance at their meeting this Thursday, March 12th, 2009. It is vital that responsible dog owners and breeders attend the hearing to oppose this measure. Read the rest of this entry »
March 10th, 2009 by Editor
From the AKC:
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
The AKC urges all responsible dog owners and breeders to call or email your state legislators TODAY regarding two important pieces of legislation that are scheduled for consideration on Tuesday, March 11 and Wednesday, March 12, 2009. It is crucial that constituents communicate their opposition to these measures immediately. Read the rest of this entry »
March 10th, 2009 by Editor
From the Daily World:
…Alderman Reggie Tatum said the city also needs to update its ordinances to deal with pit bulls and other dangerous animals. Read the rest of this entry »
