Sentences with phrase «pit bull advocates»

Despite sharp criticism from pit bull advocates, insurers say bites from pit bulls and other breeds have risen significantly in recent years along with the cost of settling those damage claims.

But many pit bull advocates make it seem as if owning a pit bill is a piece of cake that anyone could do.

In an unexpected victory for pit bull advocates, the judge agreed.

As pit bull advocates and owners, it is our responsibility to understand our dogs and to put them in a position to succeed.

On any given day, there is a legion of pit bull advocates out there who, like myself, are passionate about providing education and awareness for this often misrepresented and misunderstood breed.

by Beth Clifton Photos, memes and videos posted to social media and the Internet by pit bull advocates continually share and amplify the message that pit bulls are not monsters, despite the rapidly rising body count associated with them.

History: In early 2007, Bless the Bullys introduced the idea of an annual National Pit Bull Awareness Day, encouraging pit bull advocates everywhere to host celebratory events in an effort to garner positive media attention, promote responsible ownership and combat existing stereotypes.

They provide a place where pit bull advocates can come together in the Austin area and fight against breed specific legislation and discrimination.

AURORA, Colorado; RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif. ---- What did pit bull advocates do after losing their attempt to repeal the pit bull ban in Aurora, Colorado, by a 30 % margin?

Under fire for having killed the pit bull who bit her CHICAGO, Illinois ---- Chicago Animal Control director Susan Russell, among the most prominent pit bull advocates in the animal care and control field, was herself «rushed to a hospital over the Christmas holidays after a pit bull she was walking took a chunk out of her arm -LSB-...]

The positive reaction to the image online inspired her to turn her call for action into an organized event: a march on Washington with thousands of other Pit Bull advocates called the One Million Pibble March.

The positive reaction to the image online inspired her to turn her call for action into an organized event: a march on Washington with thousands of other Pit Bull advocates called the

(Many pit bull advocates argue that the breed isn't the problem — it's the people who raise them.)

It's simply a statement, «Though many breeds of dogs are «seizure - alert dogs» and assist a person during and after a seizure, pit bull advocates claim that having a seizure «naturally» leads to a fatal dog attack.

Pit bull advocates on forums urge people to NOT enter their dog unless they are 100 % sure they will pass, lest they «sully» these ever so important statistics.

As «one of the few insurance companies that does not exclude homeowner or renter insurance coverage because of the breed of dog owned,» the State Farm media release explained, the company «works with world renowned dog trainer Victoria Stilwell,» a longtime high - profile pit bull advocate, «to focus on educating people about responsible pet ownership and understanding dog body language.»

In 2005, Meghan Wells took over leadership of the Austin American Pit Bull Terrier Meetup group, a small group of pit bull advocates who took monthly «fun walks» around downtown.

From its inception in 2007, NPBAD has been a huge success because of the dedication and determination of pit bull advocates across the country to make a positive difference for these very misunderstood dogs.

4) Be a responsible pit bull advocate: once you have adopted your new family member, your adoption includes a training consultation with Animal Smart Training

The ASPCA, other non-profit organizations and pit bull advocates work hard to educate lawmakers about the futility of breed - specific legislation.

Tom has been a long - time pit bull advocate, having grown up with a pit bull, and has given his support to MABBR for every Charity Bingo even we've had at Hamburger Mary's.

BarkPost readers are no strangers to Pit Bull advocate Rebecca Corry, leader of the One Million Pibble March on Washington and founder of Stand Up for Pits.

Photographed & videotaped among the alt - right in New Orleans, too CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia ---- No Kill Nation founder and pit bull advocate Debi Day appears to have been among the self - described «Freedom Keepers,» neo-Nazis, Ku Klux Klansmen, and other «alt - right» participants in «Unite the Right» protests held on August 11 and 12, 2017 against the removal of -LSB-...]

The lopsided risk associated with giving pit bulls a second or third chance would be even greater if pit bull advocates are correct in asserting that pit bulls are more likely than other breeds to be killed after their first violent incident which would mean that relatively few pit bulls get further chances, and that those who do are among the dogs considered least likely to be genuinely dangerous.

The law was set to be put into effect on Monday, but pit bull advocates breathe a temporary sigh of relief thanks to Quebec Superior Court Justice Louis Gouin.

Fourth U.S. pit bull fatality in first two weeks of December 2017 GOOCHLAND, Virginia ---- Pit bull advocate Bethany Lynn Stephens, 22, on December 14, 2017 became the record 36th human killed by a pit bull in the U.S. in one year, the 37th in the U.S. and Canada combined, and the 54th killed by a -LSB-...]

Bylaw passed by wide margin despite all - out effort by pit bull advocates MONTREAL, Quebec, Canada ---- Acquiring a pit bull is from October 3, 2016 banned in the 19 boroughs of Montreal.

When the proposed Montreal pit bull ban was suspended on Oct. 5, the Montreal SPCA and pit bull advocates everywhere celebrated the temporary victory.

But many animal groups would prefer that the process be voluntary - a tactic they say is working in the East Bay, where pit bull advocates and animal control officials have focused on educating the public of the need for sterilization instead of making surgeries mandatory.

He proved to be a huge influence on her life and career, propelling her into therapy dog work and drawing her into the community of Pit Bull advocates.

John Alvino is a strength And Conditioning Coach, Fat Loss Coach, Vegetarian, Fitness Author, MMA Junkie, Ex Convict and Pit Bull Advocate from Morristown, NJ

I am a dog lover and a Pit bull advocate.

The pit bull advocates will say that the breed is unfairly labelled as vicious, and they are right.

The other side of the ditch is where some of the pit bull advocates are heading, promoting a false image that these dogs aren't what they are.