Yet another story focusing on breed identification and its hazards. The story at the link has a 2-minute video, including shots of the hearing and a bit of interview with the defendant’s lawyer.
“There’s a history here of the Dog Warden’s office misclassifying dogs as Pit Bulls when they’re not Pit Bulls. Oftentimes owners don’t have the wherewithal, or they’re scared to fight for their dogs. They’re often threatened with the threat of criminal prosecution…” — Mr. Smith’s attorney
http://abclocal.go.com/wtvg/story?section=news/local&id=7066998
Another ‘vicious dog’ case in the courtroom
Thursday, October 15, 2009
The eventual focus of this case – just what is a Pit Bull?
Toledo’s Pit Bull or Vicious Dog Law has been the focus of numerous court cases, and another one is now moving through the system. The eventual focus of this case is just what is a Pit Bull?
Three dogs are being held at the warden’s office. The owner claims they’re Cane Corsos, not Pit Bulls. The dog warden disagrees. Today’s hearing was to decide if the dogs have to stay here while the case moves through the court system.
Visit the link for the full story:
http://abclocal.go.com/wtvg/story?section=news/local&id=7066998
Fred M. Kray
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