Note: Ohio State law automatically considers “pit bulls” to be “vicious dogs.” So whatever Avon Lake ultimately proposes for “vicious” dogs will automatically include all “pit bulls.”
http://www.chroniclet.com/2008/12/06/avon-lake-considers-%E2%80%98vicious-dog%E2%80%99-law_122/
Avon Lake considers ‘vicious dog’ law
Adam Wright
The Chronicle-Telegram
Dec 6, 2008AVON LAKE – […] During a committee meeting Thursday night, Council discussed ways it could improve its laws and hold dog owners more accountable in an effort to protect residents. […]
Council said it has no plans to ban specific breeds, but does want to ensure that residents are safe regardless of the type of dog involved. […]
Council will have several more meetings to take suggestions. A vote on legislation likely won’t take place until spring 2009, Kos said. […]