Dr Sam Gaines, dog welfare expert at the RSCPA, said her charity was opposed to “breed-specific legislation”.
She said she would rather see a “clampdown on […] owners who […] have [their dogs] out of control, and just a general focus on encouraging responsible dog ownership”.
I agree. I am at my wits end dealing with out-of-control dogs when I’m trying to enjoy the outdoors.
Banning specific dog breeds is a bandaid solution to the growing issue of irresponsible dog ownership.
I’m a little bit over 5 foot tall. If I see any unleashed large dog running towards me it always gets my adrenaline pumping as I prepare for the worst. It’s happened to me before with a German Shepard. You just never know.
On the other hand, whenever you hear or see a headline of “(dog) attacked and maimed (someone)”, the (dog) usually comes from a small select group of dog races. Or did you ever hear “Poodle killed baby”?
Yes, the main problem is the owners. But certain owners attract certain kinds of dog races, and it is not always a smart or healthy match.
No reason we can’t do both. Dog owners should have to hold more legal responsibility for their dogs (and the same for all animal keepers really), especially when they cause actual harm. Banning breeds bred specifically for aggression is also sensible when they are identified.
Happened to my son when he was about 7 . Owners shouting “don’t worry he’s just being friendly”. While son literally pissed his pants.
Life long hatred of dogs
You don’t have to lose your dogs. You just have to keep them muzzled in public. And lose their testicles, I guess
Aichaa also said her five-year-old daughter was nervous around the breed, having been bitten by a friend’s XL bully, but still had a strong bond with Zaviour.
Glad to see her priorities lie with her dogs and not her own daughter.
Edit: I shouldn’t have to say this, but I was being sarcastic.
The owner of two XL bully dogs has said she would rather go to jail than have her pets taken away.
Does she think she get’s to take the dogs to jail with her?
