Congratulations to Nackawic town council for listening to your dog owners! There are plenty of other places in this country that could learn a thing or two from you.
Congratulations to Kris, Cheyenne, Dakota, and Tahoe!
Congratulations to Kris, Cheyenne, Dakota, and Tahoe for being presented with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Just stay away from Ontario as you travel the continent saving lives.
I like this lady!
One of Nackawic’s local doctors, Dr. Maryann Bramstrup, is standing up for her dog and her rights as a responsible dog owner. Facebook users, click “View Original Post” after opening the note.
Another article about Nackawic
Here’s another article about Nackawic and their anti-pit bull anti-Rottweiler anti-mixed breed bylaw. Facebook users, click “View Original Post” after opening the note.
A history of failed breed-specific legislation
Here is an excellent article by Sara Enos, detailing the various jurisdictions that have encountered difficulty with breed-specific legislation. Facebook users, click “View Original Post” after opening the note.
At least they’re saying “maybe”
Nackawic, a small New Brunswick town, says they are listening to residents’ objections and that they will consider undoing the breed-specific portion of their bylaw. I’m not holding my breath, but let’s see what happens.
Best Ginger story to-date
Thanks to Antonia for pointing me to this Toronto Star story which I consider to be much fairer and more accurate than the others.
More Ginger stories
More stories about Ginger’s fight.
The killing of puppy 43063: Nathan J Winograd
Nathan Winograd has a very sharply and bluntly written piece about shelters that kill based on breed.
City of Toronto granted appeal in Ginger’s case
Unfortunately, the city of Toronto has been granted the right to appeal Ginger’s release and the dropping of charges against her owner.
Read more at http://www.chicobandido.com/2009/06/city-of-toronto-granted-appeal-in-gingers-case/