This is a story about two dogs. Both are greatly loved by the same family. Both happen to be Pit Bull mixes. And both have been deeply affected by breed-specific legislation’s dirty little secret. What Is Breed-Specific Legislation? According to the website StopBSL.org, breed-specific legislation (BSL) is “A law that bans or restricts certain types of dogs based on their appearance, usually because they are perceived as ‘dangerous’ breeds or types of dogs.” Breed-specific legislation … [Continue reading]
