Whitehall, OH City Council Considers Ban On Pit Bulls As Vicious Dogs

Whitehall, Ohio looks at proposed ban on pit bulls, ‘vicious’ dogs. According to a local news report the city council is considering an anti-pet ordinance which bans pit bulls and other so-called vicious dogs. The American Rottweiler Club is adamantly opposed to breed specific legislation as ineffective and even dangerous in the prevention of dog bites.

California SB 250 – Criminalizes Pet Owners UNLESS New Tax Is Paid

CA SB 250 is radical anti-pet legislation sponsored by State Senator Dean Florez.
ARC Bill Summary:
AMENDED IN SENATE MAY 28, 2009
AMENDED IN SENATE MAY 5, 2009
AMENDED IN SENATE APRIL 21, 2009
AMENDED IN SENATE APRIL 2, 2009
SENATE BILL No. 250
Introduced by Senator Florez
February 24, 2009
An act to add Sections 30804.6 and 31751.4 to the Food and Agricultural [...]

New York State Bill A07218 – Criminalizes Ownership Of Docked Dogs

New York Assembly Bill A07218 Summary:

This piece of Anti-Pet Legislation would criminalize owners of cropped of docked dogs and contains numerous Civil Rights Violations, including basis for Warrantless Searches, Selective Enforcement, Racial Profiling and Unequal Protection. NY A07218 will end dog shows throughout New York State – resulting in a loss of revenue for local businesses, tax revenue for the state, and loss of revenue for the veterinary profession.

Portage Indiana Breed Specific Legislation – Brendan Clancy, City Council

The American Rottweiler Club Board and Membership are opposed to the proposed City of Portage breed specific legislation condemning Rottweilers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherd Dogs, Akitas, and Doberman Pinschers, as well as any breed of dog as vicious. The propensity of a violent disposition is a direct result of the training and socialization by the owner.

There are strategies that can be used in an effort to prevent dog bites which include enforcement of generic, non-breed-specific dangerous dog laws; prohibition of dog fighting; and school-based and adult education programs that teach pet selection, pet care, and responsible ownership.

American Rottweiler Club Formal Response To MD SB 318

Dear Senator Gladden and Respected Members of the Maryland Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee:

The American Rottweiler Club, Inc. (ARC), the parent club of the American Kennel Club (AKC) for the Rottweiler breed in the United States, representing thousands of dog owners, is writing to express our grave concern over Maryland SB 318, A Bill That Criminalizes The Ownership and Limits The Possession of Breeding Dogs.

Since its inception, the American Rottweiler Club has been deeply engaged in advancing animal welfare and the humane care and treatment of dogs.