What is BSL?
Breed specific legislation (BSL) targets specific dog breeds, such as pit bulls and pit-bull-type dogs because they are deemed inherently dangerous and therefore deserving of prejudicial rules and regulations. There are two types of BSL laws, those that “ban” and those that “regulate.” If the law is a “ban,” then it is illegal to own, house, harbor, import, train, or breed the specified breed. If the law is to “regulate,” the breed isn’t banned but is next to impossible to own. Regulatory requirements can consist of liability insurance, higher licensing costs, muzzling in public, etc.
Even Chance’s Stance on BSL
Instead of discriminating against dog breeds, responsibility should be taken for dog ownership and management practices. A community approach with the help of animal care facilities and shelters, to prevent dog bites and improve the human-canine bond, is imperative to change. Regulating the ownership of dogs based on inaccurate information and appearance is expensive, ineffective and prejudiced.
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