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Pit bull–type dog wearing a muzzle. In law, breed-specific legislation (BSL) is a type of law that prohibits or restricts particular breeds or types of dog. [1] Such laws range from outright bans on the possession of these dogs, to restrictions and conditions on ownership, and often establishes a legal presumption that such dogs are dangerous or vicious to prevent dog attacks.
The Lacy Dog or Blue Lacy Dog [1] is a breed of working dog that originated in the U.S. state of Texas in the mid-19th century. [2] The Lacy was first recognized in 2001 by the Texas Senate . In Senate Resolution No. 436, the 77th Legislature honored the Lacy as "a true Texas breed."
Even though it is illegal, dog fighting still occurs across the globe. To combat dog fighting and curb ownership of "dangerous dogs," Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) has been passed in some countries, as well as in some local and regional jurisdictions. However, opponents argue that BSL affects responsible pet owners more than those who keep ...
The breed has been at the centre of a public outcry following a number of high-profile attacks which included a 10-year-old boy being killed last year by one of the dogs at a friend’s house in ...
Dog lovers fear blameless American XL bullies will be dumped or put down after the prime minister announced they would be banned by the end of the year following a spate of horrific attacks ...
Under the new rules, which come into force on 31 December, it will be illegal to breed, sell, advertise, exchange, gift, rehome, abandon or allow American XL bully dogs to stray in England and ...
A map of the US showing in red which states have a specified dog breed as an official symbol. Thirteen states of the United States have designated an official state dog breed. Maryland was the first state to name a dog breed as a state symbol, naming the Chesapeake Bay Retriever in 1964. [1]
Police have now identified the dog as an American bulldog. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways to reach us. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 ...