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Ontario Coalition Against Breed Specific Legislation

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Professional Organizations Position Statements on BSL

American Veterinary Medical Association

"The AVMA supports dangerous animal legislation by state, county, or  municipal governments provided that legislation does not refer to  specific breeds or classes of animals. This legislation should be  directed at fostering safety and protection of the general public from  animals classified as dangerous."


https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/avma-policies/dangerous-animal-legislation

Canadian Veterinary Medical Association

“The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) supports dangerous  dog legislation provided that it is not discriminatory of a specific  breed. This legislation should be directed at fostering the safety and  protection of the general public from dogs classified as “dangerous” or  “vicious”. The CVMA encourages and supports a community approach to dog  bite prevention, including responsible breeding, training, pet selection  and pet ownership as well as education on animals in the community.” 


https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/documents/legislation-concerning-dangerous-dogs-position-statement

British Veterinary Association

"We oppose any legislation that singles out particular breeds of dog  rather than promoting responsible ownership and targeting individual  dogs. We support the principle of 'deed not breed'."


https://www.bva.co.uk/take-action/our-policies/dangerous-dogs/?fbclid=IwAR1ayzqhdqOI4am7kYJ6pbUULvRf6Jktw0HnLkdd5kXR7Z_LeLYbiCx8KTw

Canadian Kennel Club

"(The) CKC  opposes fear-based breed-specific legislation (BSL) in favour of  well-crafted dangerous dog legislation that is reasonable, enforceable  and non-discriminatory. We believe that public awareness and education,  stronger enforcement of existing bylaws and stiffer penalties for  irresponsible owners are more effective at protecting the public."


https://www.ckc.ca/en/News/2019/November/Ontario-Government-Introduces-Bill-to-Repeal-Breed

American Kennel Club

"Like racial profiling for dogs, BSL unfairly penalizes responsible dog  owners without holding owners of truly dangerous dogs accountable. This  is why the American Kennel Club, the American Veterinary Medical  Association, the National Animal Control Association, the American Bar  Association, and a host of other respected national organizations oppose  BSL and recognize the inequities and inherent fallacies of such laws."


https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/issue-analysis-breed-specific-legislation/

Chicago Veterinary Medical Association

"The Chicago Veterinary Medical Association supports proper training and  socialization of pets, as well as spaying/neutering. Since any dog can  be trained to be aggressive, responsible ownership is the key to this  issue. The CVMA does not support breed specific legislation. Forcing  responsible pet owners to surrender well-behaved dogs is both unfair and  unnecessary. The CVMA strongly supports enforcing leash laws,  vaccination requirements and the implementation of programs to teach  responsible dog ownership. In addition, we advocate setting clear  guidelines to manage dangerous dogs on an individual basis."


https://www.chicagovma.org/cvma-s-position-statement-on-breed-specific-pit-bull-legislation/?fbclid=IwAR2fq1mU0pBwD6yVPK4OD6Xq9WRLjYVm1cHTYK1W2kcKWJz7tbrCHywcfFA

American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior

"The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior is concerned about the propensity of various communities' reliance on breed-specific legislation as a tool to decrease the risk and incidence of dog bites to humans. The AVSAB's position is that such legislation - often called breed-specific legislation (BSL) is ineffective, and can lead to a false sense of community safety as well as welfare concerns for dogs identified (often incorrectly) as belonging to specific breeds."


https://avsab.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Breed-Specific_Legislation_Position_Statement-FINAL.pdf

Humane Society International (Canada)

"Across Canada, municipalities and even entire provinces like Ontario  ban or restrict dogs because of their breed (or perceived breed). HSI/Canada opposes such public policies as inhumane and ineffective.  There is no evidence that breed-specific laws reduce dog bites or  attacks on people, and they divert resources from more effective animal  control and public safety initiatives."


https://www.hsi.org/news-media/breed-specific-legislation/

Ottawa Humane Society

"The OHS believes breed-specific bans are not a very effective way to protect the public from aggressive or dangerous animals."


https://ottawahumane.ca/about-us/media/position-statements/#answer15

Toronto Humane Society

"The Toronto Humane Society opposes breed-specific legislation as it does not reduce the incidence or severity of dog bites, penalizes responsible pet owners and kills innocent dogs. A community approach to responsible pet ownership, one that focuses on the behavior of the dog and the owner, is the best way to protect public safety and promote animal welfare."


https://www.torontohumanesociety.com/pdfs/Breed_Specific_Legislation_Jan-14.pdf

Humane Canada

"Humane Canada™ opposes laws banning individual breeds. Furthermore, Humane Canada believes that the most effective way to address public safety concerns is for humane organizations, other animal stakeholder organizations, provincial governments and municipalities to work together on multi-faceted strategies that identify and address dangerous dogs of all breeds. Humane Canada recognizes that aggression by dogs against people and other animals may be a threat to public safety, and that this issue must be addressed if we are to create humane and responsible societies where people and dogs co-exist and enrich each other’s lives."


https://humanecanada.ca/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/position-statements/?fbclid=IwAR1v2Fh2dqQZptqGvJzmQpE-3RMx8iuOvGC4L8ivMWruCZZeKsUnTScrfuQ

Pet Professional Guild

"PPG holds that Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) such as this paints an unjust picture of  certain breeds of dogs and punishes responsible dog guardians  unnecessarily. PPG considers BSL to be ineffective in dog bite  prevention and the safety of the public at large, and opposes any law or regulation that discriminates against dogs based purely on breed or appearance."


https://petprofessionalguild.com/Breed-Specific-Legislation?fbclid=IwAR2k4JdurEwi7zfIMZ9XoiL494il86JeTNHaMb2HrQtT1GUajNeTJztKdxE

Media Links and Anti-BSL Web Based Features

Beyond The Myth

Unfairly  known as violent killers, Pit Bulls have suffered from the stigma of  negative media coverage that has lead to city-wide bans across the  country. This breed-specific legislation has torn pets away from  families, and killed thousands of innocent dogs across the country.  Stripping away the preconceptions to show the loving companions they can  be, Beyond the Myth is an important, must see film for all dog lovers.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POhlh0BsjmY

The Champions

“The Champions” is an inspirational story about the pit-bulls rescued  from the brutal fighting ring of former Atlanta Falcon’s star quarterback Michael Vick, and those who risked it all to save them,  despite pressure from PETA and The Humane Society to euthanize the dogs. It is a story of second-chances, redemption and hope. This uplifting  documentary takes us on a journey about much more than just dogs — about prejudice, being misunderstood, the power of resilience, and the significance of the relationship we as humans have with animals. 


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-KoElPTRMQ

The Story of Gamboa and the Horrors of Vaughan Animal Services (Ontario)

Meet Gamboa. The Labrador/Bulldog cross who was wrongfully targeted by the City of Vaughan Animal Services. Gamboa was held in captivity for 6 long months prior to being shipped out of Ontario, much to the heartbreak of his distraught family... See his story below. 


https://toronto.citynews.ca/2020/11/03/gta-dog-owners-activists-outraged-over-detention-of-pets-by-vaughan-animal-services/


https://toronto.citynews.ca/video/2020/12/18/family-distraught-over-beloved-dog-being-shipped-out-of-province/

A Dying Breed: 10 minute documentary on BSL in Ontario

Barbara Kay vs. Fran Coughlin: a nasty, hate-filled reporter who despises dogs typed as "pit bulls" more than any other Canadian Journalist... Watch as her myths are debunked with ease by the leader of Hershey Anti-BSL Group, Fran Coughlin, and her certified good canine neighbor, Che Bean.


https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DQW8qF6V12XQ%26fbclid%3DIwAR2PrLevXpXDSgwPHzmxCo8o2-BUDvn30wz9iBwo1QsoX-dwLV21vL_5kzU&h=AT2VVa-RjLpLSaD4RjixhtPmYjJHwpr_uZ5aJkA75gHcPbo5SwPndtOnvJ80v1REp5g_09sZkQXQjd01I1ZYA78OYQpxo8jzFXdnoUZrfuUxK4SRlQb2KEVIlICOVEWrsXA

Bull Sh!t - a Documentary on BSL

Bull Sh!t is an emotionally driven, research-supported piece that will tug  at your heartstrings but also offer you the facts of the situation. We  strike a balance between heartwarming, often sad stories pertaining to pit bull type dogs and their owners, and very powerful, factual information relayed by experts in the field. 


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ehfxBquK0Q&t=10s&fbclid=IwAR1XiJnDFm3BwZqbpuhsfWhowKmThNUwxk998pctgJMJQaErt70V9q_8y1s

Pit Bulls - Off the Chain Documentary

*VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED DUE TO VIOLENT NATURE OF THIS FILM*


Off the Chain is an unprecedented look into the underground world of dog  fighting. Beginning with a history of the American Pit Bull Terrier, the film explores the evolution of the breed. Classic film and television footage show the popularity of what was once considered a noble and trustworthy family pet. Examine how this breed went from  America's dog to public enemy number one. Travel to the back alleys and dark corners of the inner city to expose the truth behind the breed's new status in pop culture; an urban symbol for violence, aggression and gang-life. 


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSVaH6Z-qyA&t=17s&fbclid=IwAR1OVlChnVB2b8rIYaatAfDX-oVz_wmGwjI42SxIoV35I88iC-r0n_9fKMw

Kitbull - Pixar SparkShorts

Kitbull, directed by Rosana Sullivan and produced by Kathryn Hendrickson, reveals an unlikely connection that sparks between two creatures: a fiercely independent stray kitten and a pit bull. Together, they experience friendship for the first time.  


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZS5cgybKcI

Bully

Since the early 1990's, the fight against animal breed discrimination has been waging behind closed doors - until now. With the Pitbull breed at  the head of the issue, 'Bully' takes a look inside the corrupt, political world of Breed Specific Legislation. A world where second chances cease to exist.

Filmed and Edited by Stray Matter


https://vimeo.com/184678338/0e86037259


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