The city of Sarnia has issued a press release saying that the three dogs from my earlier story are going to be released to their owners. Great news!

UPDATE Sept 21 2009: All three dogs have been determined to not be “pit bulls” and have been released to their owners.

ORIGINAL STORY September 19 2009: The Dog Legislation Council has been dealing with an issue that, up until yesterday, was kept under the radar in the hopes that things could be worked out amicably between the dogs’ owners and Sarnia Animal Control. Since the story hit the local newspaper yesterday, September 18, I feel it’s necessary to let everyone know what’s going on.

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 for being presented with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Just stay away from Ontario as you travel the continent saving lives.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 stories about Ginger’s fight.