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Vancouver, WA: Animal control ordinance update, Oct 3

Vancouver, WA, is still struggling to update their animal control ordinance. In June, a breed ban was proposed, then quickly dropped in the face of strong public protest. A new (allegedly breed-neutral) ordinance was to have been ready for a vote in … Continue reading

Vancouver, WA: Strict breed-neutral dog ordinance in the works

Faced with strong, organized public protest, Vancouver, WA, city council backed away from plans for a breed ban, and appears to be pursuing a strict—but breed-neutral—dangerous dog ordinance instead. The new ordinance will be read during the Sept. 12 council … Continue reading

Vancouver, WA: City workshop to discuss proposed ordinance revisions, Aug 8

Although Vancouver, WA, has publicly called off plans to ban “pit bulls,” breed-specific restrictions of some kind have not been officially nixed. The city council is holding a work session on Monday, Aug 8, at 4:00 PM in council chambers to discuss recommendations … Continue reading

Vancouver, WA: Council decides against breed ban

Although city council has called off an outright ban, locals should remain involved in the process to ensure that any ordinance revisions are breed-neutral. Vancouver calls off talk of ban on pit bulls By Andrea Damewood, Columbian Staff Reporter Monday, … Continue reading

Vancouver, WA: Hundreds rally against possible breed ban

Vancouver, WA city council intends to discuss possible restrictions or a ban on “pit bulls” in August. Locals held a large rally in Vancouver to oppose BSL—an excellent way to network as well as educate, raise awareness, and make an … Continue reading

Vancouver, WA: City to discuss BSL in August

All alerts for Vancouver, WA: http://stopbsl.com/?s=%22vancouver%2C+wa%22 I will post reminders when we get closer to August. In the meantime, please send correspondence to city council and the city attorney, providing breed-neutral options and explaining why BSL is an ethical, financial, legal, … Continue reading

Vancouver, WA: City may discuss breed ban

Thanks to Jodi for this alert! The Vancouver, WA city council is considering a ban on “pit bulls” after a recent attack there. The mayor and city council are clearly divided on this issue, but at least two city councilors … Continue reading