Informative Speech: Breed Specific Legislation
opinionated Essay
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Specific Purpose Statement: To invite my audience to explore the advantages, disadvantages, and the alternatives associated with breed specific legislation.
Thesis: Breed specific legislation is a controversial topic in which I am very interested and would like to explore both sides of the issue to perhaps learn something new.
Pattern of Organization: Multiple Perspectives
Introduction
I. [Attention Getter] Imagine you were told you couldn't do something or live somewhere for the sole reason you looked dangerous. Maybe you look like someone who did something bad, while you yourself did nothing wrong, and some stranger decides you're a bad person and a danger to society. You can't live in certain neighborhoods or go to certain places. Is this acceptable?
II. [Reveal topic & relate to audience] Now, you may think that situation is a bit farfetched, especially in this day & age, but it's happening to dogs around the world. What I'm talking about is breed specific legislation (or BSL) which targets certain dog breeds considered dangerous and makes ownership of these dogs illegal. As more and more people share their lives with dogs, we need to be knowledgeable about the effects dogs can have on our communities.
III. [Establish credibility] As a life-long dog lover, I have run into BSL many times: from apartments with dog size limitations to cities that outright ban certain breeds.
A. However, it was this speech that inspired me to do more in depth research and learn the facts behind both sides.
B. After researching each side, I must say I am against BSL but will strive to present both sides as objectively as possible.
IV. [Thesis & Preview] Therefore, first I will tell you just what exactly I mean when I say BSL and then exp...
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...ed by owner or animal that is not covered by another, non-breed specific portion of the Animal Control Code (i.e., vicious animal, nuisance animal, leash laws).”
C. Breed identification is unreliable and subjective.
1) Especially when, according to the American Pet Products Association, out of 73 million pet dogs, 31 million are classified by their owners as “mutts”.
2) Many people familiar with dogs cannot accurately identify the main breed of a mutt and will incorrectly identify it as a "pit bull" type.
3) There is no such breed as a "pit bull". "Pit bull" applies to mainly 3 breeds but is very often used to describe any medium-sized short-haired dog with a square muzzle.
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Conclusion
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In this essay, the author
- Analyzes how a stranger decides that one can't live in certain neighborhoods or go to certain places because they look dangerous.
- Explains that breed specific legislation (bsl) targets certain dog breeds considered dangerous and makes ownership of these dogs illegal. we need to be knowledgeable about the effects dogs can have on our communities.
- Explains that as a life-long dog lover, they have run into bsl many times, from apartments with dog size limitations to cities that outright ban certain breeds.
- Opines that it was this speech that inspired them to do more in-depth research and learn the facts behind both sides.
- Opines that they are against bsl but will strive to present both sides as objectively as possible.
- Describes the pros and cons of bsl.
- Opines that by sharing this information and hearing your opinions on the topic, we will see new perspectives and gain new insight on this topic.
- Hopes that by the end of this discussion you will be able to make a more informed decision whenever dogs cross your path.
- Explains that breed-specific legislation prohibits or restricts the keeping of dogs of specific breeds, and/or dogs presumed to be mixes of one or more of them.
- Explains the extreme case of bsl is a complete ban, but it can also be any laws that impose separate requirements such as: mandatory spay/neuter, mandatory muzzling, special liability insurance, and special licensing.
- Describes the breeds targeted by , including american bulldog, american staffordshire terrier, bull terriers, cane corso, doberman pinscher, dogo argentina, german shepherd dog,
- Explains that many organizations are against bsl, including the aspca, american humane association and american kennel club.
- Argues that there's no reliable evidence to say a certain breed of dog is more violent than another.
- Explains that animal control units with already tight budgets often have to pay extra officers, kenneling dogs while waiting on processing, court time, and veterinary fees.
- Explains that one county in maryland spent more than $560,000 maintaining pit bulls, with only $35,000 generated in fees.
- States that a study conducted by the county on the ban’s effectiveness noted that public safety is not improved — there is no transgression committed by owner or animal that isn’t covered by another, non-breed specific portion of the animal control code.
- Explains that out of 73 million pet dogs, 31 million are classified as "mutts".
- Explains that many people unfamiliar with dogs cannot accurately identify the main breed of a mutt and will incorrectly identify it as "pit bull" type.
- Explains that there is no such breed as a "pit bull". "pit bull" applies to mainly 3 breeds, but is very often used to describe any medium-sized short-haired dog.
- Opines that they would like to explore the advantages, disadvantages, and alternatives associated with breed specific legislation.
- Explains bsl and the arguments of those who support it.
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- Breed Discrimination Essayopinionated essaySpecific Purpose: To bring attention to the issue of dog breed discrimination through Breed Selective Legislation (BSL) and inform the audience how they can change it.
In this essay, the author
- Explains the purpose of breed selective legislation (bsl) to bring attention to the issue of dog breed discrimination and inform the audience how to change it.
- Recommends raising your hand if you own or have ever owned a dog.
- Urges readers to raise their hand if they come to mind when they hear the word "discrimination".
- Explains that human social interaction is often considered while a whole system for structured discrimination amongst dogs exists.
- Explains that breed specific legislation (bsl) is an inaccurate and unfair attempt at regulating dog attacks by restricting ownership of certain breeds categorized as aggressive.
- Explains that pit bulls are popular in chico, but most apartments don't allow them, making it difficult to find housing. apartment hunting is stressful for everyone and owning a certain breed can make it nearly impossible.
- Explains that there are several factors that should be considered when analyzing bsl and its effects.
- Explains the history of aggressive stigmas in certain breeds and how people are responsible.
- Opines that it is difficult to correctly identify each dog by breed- some are mixed and tests are expensive.
- Explains that people are responsible for creating the problem with certain breeds as well as the social stigmas placed against them.
- Explains that the pit bull's ancestors, bred from the bulldog, were used as gripping dogs for hunting.
- Explains that they were later used for controlling large livestock such as cattle, and were further bred for an inhumane blood sport known as baiting.
- Describes the event of tying up a large animal and having one or more pit bulls attack it until it bleeds to death.
- Explains that the ban on baiting led to the birth of dog fighting, when two dogs are put into a ring or pit to fight until one cannot continue or die.
- Explains that no dog is simply born aggressive, they are bred and learned to behave this way by people, mainly for entertainment and protection.
- Explains that bulldogs and terriers are bred to be muscular, but light and agile. they are forced to run on treadmills, swim excessively, and tug on hanging tires to continually increase strength.
- Explains that the dog family's history dates back to english settlement in america, and several similar types have been selectively bred together for physical enhancement to this day.
- Explains that the american pit bull terrier is a medium-sized, solidly built, short-coated dog with smooth, well-defined musculature. the head is of medium length, with broad, flat skull, and wide, deep muzzle.
- Explains that because these features are common among different breeds of dogs, legislation cannot specify on a particular breed. it instead targets the general population that possess these physical characteristics.
- Explains that the term "pit bull" is so widely applicable to breeds that a single test cannot always accurately determine relation.
- Explains that the process of dog breed identification is advanced and expensive through the use of genetic analysis.
- Explains that determining a dog's breed is complicated because indicators are not genes themselves, but repeating sequences of dna. they form unique signatures to each breed.
- Analyzes how st. john addresses an important issue in forbes' 2013 article, "there aren’t that many purebred pit bulls out there.
- Explains that laws that target any one breed of dog are undoubtedly ineffective and unjustly discriminatory.
- Opines that first we must address if there is an issue present significant enough to pass legislation.
- Explains that dog bites aren't a serious public health issue. dog bite-related hospitalizations constitute less than 0.5% of unintentional injuries in the us.
- Opines that dog attacks aren't a pressing national issue, but communities should feel safe from domesticated neighborhood pets.
- Argues that eliminating these breeds will not solve the issue because any breed of dog may be raised aggressively; pit bulls had the right body for its athletic history associated with aggression.
- Explains that policies banning specific breeds increase negative owner behavior and endanger communities where they are implemented.
- Explains that when a dog breed is outlawed, that owner is now considered criminal. this prompts them to avoid proper exercise, medical attention, and social interaction necessary for healthy life and development.
- Explains that responsible dog owners of affected areas are punished and must now comply with strict regulatory laws that will not prevent any undesired behavior in that animal.
- Opines that bsl must be analyzed from every aspect to fully understand its goals and implications.
- Opines that we must recognize we have created this stigma and we are now practicing it. we must be the change, not the dog.
- Explains that one specific breed of dog is not responsible because breeds are often unidentifiable and too commonly generalized.
- Opines that existing bsl doesn't work because there aren’t any less dog bites in communities than before and government funds are wasted on ineffective animal control attempts.
- Concludes that it is too easy to find a scapegoat for our own social issues. a loyal, gentle, and compassionate breed falls victim to relentless discrimination.
- Describes some alternatives to bsl, such as leash laws, breed neutral dog ordinances, mandatory spay/neuter regulations, and increasing funding for animal abuse organizations.
- Opines that the injustice of breed specific legislation is still misunderstood by states and counties in america.
- Explains that people's aggressive behavior causes an inaccurate generalization of a group of breeds.
- Explains that the primary method of objectively identifying a dog's breed is subjective to each individual. dog breeds are difficult to identify and shouldn't matter.
- Explains that dogs are loyal companions, adapting to the actions of their owners, and are direct reflections of how they are treated. constant opposition to bsl has increased awareness of dog breed discrimination.
1344 wordsRead More - The Misrepresentation of Pit Bulls in the Mediaanalytical essayAmerican Humane Association. "Breed-Specific Legislation." Fact Sheets. American Humane Association, 2013. Web. 16 Mar. 2014.
In this essay, the author
- Analyzes how the misrepresentation of pit bull breeds in the media has been reflected in american culture.
- Explains that the term ‘pit bull’ is derived from the bulldog, which was originally bred as a hunting dog for large game.
- Explains that journalists use similar tactics when approaching stories about pit bull disturbances. scare tactic journalism is used to report distressing news in a way that attracts and maintains audience attention or readership.
- Explains the common misuse of the term "pit bull" referring to the american staffordshire terrier, american pit bull, or similar breeds.
- Analyzes how the use of the umbrella term, "pit bull," has changed the perception of these, once family friendly, all-american dog breeds.
- Analyzes how a disproportionate number of dog attacks reported in the media creates the illusion that there are more people attacked by pit bulls than other dogs.
- Explains that breed-specific legislation has become a common occurrence in many states over the past few decades. the american humane association lists eight alternatives that are more likely to reduce dog attacks.
- Analyzes twining, hillary, arluke, and patronek's "managing the stigma of outlaw breeds: a case study of pit bull owners." society & animals, 2000.
- Analyzes gladwell, malcom, "troublemakers: what pit bulls can teach us about profiling." the new yorker, 6 feb 2006.
- Explains delise, karen, the pit bull placebo: the media, myths and politics of canine aggression.
- Describes the life after the world's first face transplant, isabelle dinoire.
- Describes may's tribute to pete from "our gang" and the "little rascals" from squidoo.
- Opines that kaminski, robin, "lynn teacher mauled by pit bull." the daily item.
- States that the national canine research council's "breed-specific legislation (bsl) faq."
- Explains that denver's breed-specific legislation: brutal, costly, and ineffective. national canine research council.
- Describes the facts of the american humane association's "breed-specific legislation."
- Analyzes how lutz, jaime, and his family choose homelessness over abandoning pit bull. abc news.
- Explains that deborah l. duffy, yuying hsu, james a. serpell, applied animal behavior science - 1 december 2008.
- Analyzes draper, bill, "attitudes and laws against pit bulls soften." boston.com, the new york times, 11 mar. 2014.
- Explains that many acts of pit bull violence are reported out of context, which is referred to as bias by omission. omissions include social isolation, neglect, behavior enforcement strategies of owners, and previous training.
1520 wordsRead More - An Argument Against Breed-Specific Legislationanalytical essayThe term “breed-specific legislation” is not one that comes up often in day-to-day discussion for most people. Breed-specific legislation refers to all laws that seek to restrict or eliminate ownership of certain animal breeds, most often dog breeds. It was first conceived as a method of controlling and reducing animal cruelty, as well as mitigating the occurrence of dog-related human injuries and the illegal activities of dog-fighting and related crimes. Breed-specific legislation is distinct from animal control laws that restrict ownership of wild or demonstrably dangerous (those with a past history of unacceptable, aggressive behavior) animals, because breed-specific legislation makes a blanket restriction on all animals of a certain breed regardless of individual history. This means that breed-specific legislation is often promulgated on the basis of breed reputation. In recent years it is the pit bull which has come under the scrutiny of legislative bodies, as their reputation becomes more and more sullied by street crime.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that breed-specific legislation is a method of controlling and reducing animal cruelty, as well as mitigating the occurrence of dog-related human injuries.
- Explains that pit bulls are separate breeds by registries like the american kennel club (akc). they have a slightly different breeding history.
- Illustrates the distortion of statistics by comparing a conventional family dog with an anxious stray of unknown origin.
- Analyzes how the resurgence of dog-fighting has caused damage to the pit bull reputation, making it a bad representative of the breed.
- Describes the american pit bull terrier, united kennel club, ukc, 1 nov. 2008.
- States that dog bite: fact sheet. centers for disease control and prevention.
- Explains the dogfighting fact sheet from the humane society of the united states.
- Argues that pit bull-type restrictive legislation is ultimately futile and should not be pursued as a serious method of ensuring public safety.
- Explains that the media has a love-affair with sensational stories, but the effect of availability heuristics is not to be underestimated.
- Argues that pit bulls were bred selectively to be loyal to humans and have a solid, stable, and persevering personality.
2742 wordsRead More - Legislation against Pit Bulls and Owners in Sioux City, Iowaopinionated essayIf you’re a pit bull owner in Sioux City, Iowa, you are faced with certain ordinances that make it more difficult to own and keep your dog. This is Sioux City’s attempt to keep its citizens’ safe and prevent the abuse and harm of the pitbull. The city is trying to promote safety and animal advocacy. This ordinance is not effective because it punishes the animal and not the owner; it also does not take into account the animals individual personality. Legislators should create laws that consider all dogs based on their individual behavior and hold owner accountable for their animals.
In this essay, the author
- Argues that sioux city's ordinances make it more difficult to own and keep a pit bull. this ordinance is not effective because it punishes the animal and not the owner.
- Explains that breed specific legislation (bsl) is a type of ordinance that imposes restrictions on certain breeds of dogs without allowing them to prove that they are good citizens.
- Explains that pit bulls are different breeds of dogs grouped together that exhibit similar characteristics. there are over twenty-five different bulldogs classified as pit-bull type dogs.
- Explains that those that support bsl believe that dangerous dogs are dangerous because of their breed and physical characteristics and not their individual behavior.
- Explains that responsible owners have followed sioux city's laws and are willing to jump through hoops to keep their beloved dog in their home. however, irresponsible dog owners take a more careless approach to breed-specific legislation.
- Analyzes how the city ordinance has made it harder to locate irresponsible owners who have not moved from sioux city.
- Explains that sioux city's ordinance has caused a great degree of financial stress among responsible owners. the cost to construct an appropriate kennel can be very expensive.
- Explains that the new laws have caused an over-population of dogs housed at animal control. the increased need for shelter space is due to the increase in pit-bulls coming through the facility.
- Argues that breed specific laws are not effective because they do not get to the bottom of the problem. if owners were held accountable, irresponsible owners would lose their right to own dogs while responsible owners could continue to enjoy the breed of their choice.
- Opines that strongly enforced dog control laws, generic guidelines for dealing with dangerous dogs, and increased public education efforts to promote responsible dog ownership are positive ways to protectcommunities.
- Opines that breed specific legislation is not the answer, but a compromise of changing dangerous dog laws. dog owners need to be held accountable and liable for the dogs actions.
- Opines that when a dog becomes dangerous it should be the owner that subjected to additional laws to keep the public safe. owners can maintain control of their animal by keeping it leashed when in public.
- Opines that proper containment laws for all dogs should be implemented in all cities. dogs need to socialize with other dogs and people.
- Opines that sioux city, ia's breed specific ordinance has a negative impact on the pit bull, and that it is not only the dog owner who is suffering, but the animal too. bsl can be prevented by owners taking time to be responsible for their animals.
- Cites chicagoland bully breed rescue's "breed specific legislation." davidson county, nc to consider mandatory spay/neuter."
- Opines that six owners take their fight to court. animal control officer sioux city, ia.
1684 wordsRead More - Breed Specific Legislationargumentative essayIntroduction and Background As more people bring dogs into their homes, the rate of dog attacks continue to increase. In an attempt to reduce violent dog attacks on citizens, many U.S. States are turning to a tactic known as Breed Specific Legislation. Breed-specific legislation (also known as BSL), also referred to as breed-discriminatory legislation (also known as BDL), is a law or ordinance that prohibits or restricts the ownership of specific breeds of dogs, and/or dogs presumed to be mixes of one or more of those breeds (Breed-specific legislation (BSL) FAQ, n.d.). The harshest of the BSL laws is a complete ban, which prohibits breeds of dogs to be kept within state borders. Breed specific legislation also includes less absurd limits that include mandatory spay and neutering, muzzling, property posting requirements, special insurance requirements, breed-specific limitations, and various other rules.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that breed-specific laws are becoming more and more controversial in today’s population. there are both positive and negative aspects to bsl, and people continue to have mixed views and opinions.
- Explains that breed-specific legislation (bsl) is a law or ordinance that prohibits or restricts the ownership of specific breeds of dogs, and/or dogs presumed to be mixes of one or more of them.
- Explains that breed-specific laws were put in place with the expectation of helping prevent dog bites and attacks. the government acted with good character by enacting these laws.
- Argues that breed-specific legislation does not have any benefit for dogs or people. the government has no credible facts, and no reasonable justification for bsl laws.
- Disagrees with breed specific legislation, stating that the likely-hood of dog violence does not depend on the breed, but rather the attitudes of the dog.
- Explains that 75 dog breeds banned/restricted due to bsl in the united states of america.
- Explains how breed-specific legislation (bsl) doesn't work. chapter 9 of division 14 of the food and agricultural code of california.
1588 wordsRead More - Breed Specific Legislationcomparative essayBreed-specific legislation is a broad term that includes laws that ban or restrict the type of dog a person can own. Bree- specific legislation, or BSL for short, is often described as something that protects people or makes the world a safer place. In reality, there are many issues with this type of legislation. The whole premise of BSL is based off of misconceptions, it punishes innocent people and animals, and it does not ultimately lower the amount of people bitten each year where it is implemented. These laws are discriminatory, unjust, and unproductive.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that breed-specific legislation, or bsl, is often described as something that protects people or makes the world a safer place, but there are many issues with this type of legislation.
- Explains that a law that bans 'vicious' beings is too broad and encompasses many individuals as it is personality trait rather than breed. the united kennel club recognizes the american pit bull terrier.
- Explains that apbts and other dangerous breeds are often portrayed more aggressive than they actually are. false reports lead people to believe something that is dishonest.
- Explains that banning breeds of dogs does not cure bad behavior; each individual animal, like a person, has its own unique personality. spaying or neutering can significantly reduce the risk of aggression and other behavioral issues.
- Concludes that breed-specific legislation is a misguided concept.
- Explains that miami dade county dog bite numbers - kc dog blog. netherlands will lift ban on pit bulls, saying no decrease in bites.
1107 wordsRead More - Lies In Society: Pitbull Terrieropinionated essayThe American Pit Bull is considered as a genuine breed because there are various breeds of pit bull that could have been mixed with other dogs. Pit bulls were raised for baiting larger animals during the hunting seasons. With the faithfulness of t...
In this essay, the author
- Explains that animals become dangerous because they were maltreated by their owners and when the media has exaggerated the danger of its breed to the public.
- Explains that pit bulls have been reported by the media with horrific and disturbing news of having attacked a child or being shot by police due to aggression. pit bull advocates argue that owners should be considered guilty for mishandling of their own dogs.
- Explains that the american pit bull is considered as a genuine breed because there are various breeds of pit bull that could have been mixed with other dogs.
- Explains that famous people like ms. helen keller, president theodore roosevelt, and fred astaire owned pit bulls and lived happily with their families.
- Opines that people have to learn and accept that pit bulls are just like any breed of dog that have their own fun loving side and quirkiness. it's all dependent on the upbringing of the owners.
- Opines that owning a pit bull should not be taken lightly. there are even some cities and towns that are banned the breeding of such dogs.
- Opines that the public should learn that pit bulls are not aggressive with people but are less tolerant to other dogs than other breeds. they were bread for hunting, protecting and guarding that may trigger its tenacity.
- Explains that all dog breeds have their behavioural traits. the physical abilities and behaviours of a pit bull are the most important facet to be chosen by the breeder and owner.
- Explains that the naturepit bulls were bred to fight each other and that handlers bathed the dogs before the match and pulled them apart when they started misbehaving. they were nicknamed nursemaid's dogs because they were reliable with young children.
- Explains that the pit bull breed has acquired a bad reputation since the 1990s. its appearance made it unattractive to people who wanted safe dogs to play with. owners who are interested in maintaining the tough persona of the dog irresponsibly raised them to behave aggressively.
- Explains that a pit bull is more likely to inflict serious injuries than other breeds because of their size and strength.
- Explains the four pit bull myths that the media is pronouncing which are entirely false.
- Concludes that pit bulls should be handled by a responsible owner who would be able to nurture it and manage it.
1357 wordsRead More - Pit Bulls Essayexplanatory essayFirst, the Pit Bull is not an actual breed it is considered a class according to the ASPCA. The class
In this essay, the author
- Explains that pit bulls are judged by the actions that are seen all over on news channels, but the news doesn't do the breed justice usually as many stories they are involved in dog attacks.
- Explains that the pit bull is not an actual breed, but a class according to the aspca.
- Explains that in the 1980s, dog fighting became popular among people especially gangs. pit bulls were the breed of choice for many dog fighters — they provided betting, opportunities, entertainment, and helped preserve the american pit bull terrier.
- Explains that there is no scientific proof that pit bulls have a gene that makes them aggressive. however, gene mutation can cause dogs to have mental impairments.
- Opines that studies on dog attacks are accurate, but there can be many conflicts with data.
- Explains that many breed specific bans have been put up in different places only in return to be taken down, but this also causes pit bulls to have a bad reputation.
- Explains that pit bulls were bred specifically to be easily handled by humans as aggression directed towards humans was not tolerated. ex-fighting dogs can be integrated into society, despite violent pasts.
- Explains how to avoid dog attacks if the dog is aggressive, such as not approaching an unfamiliar animal, not running or screaming, and not disturbing a dog.
1129 wordsRead More - Consuasive Essay: Why Should Pitbulls Be Banned?analytical essayA vital question that must be asked though is what is a pit bull? The answer to this has become vague in today’s society, but the simple answer is that there is no one single dog that is a pit bull. There is a myriad of many different breeds that have been grouped together
In this essay, the author
- Explains that many people believe that pit bulls have a bad temperament and are more aggressive than other breeds. the american temperament test society showed that 86.8% of the american bull terriers passed the test.
- Explains that these tests were done with dogs that had a stable living environment and were brought to the testing facility by their owner.
- Explains that pit bulls have a good temperament and are not aggressive, but they are often shot during drug raids. this is not the fault of the dog but the owners who shouldn't have them or care for them better.
- Argues that the pit bull breed should be banned due to their vicious and unpredictable nature and their genetic predisposition to be destructive killing machines.
- Explains that pit bulls are resilent and can be saved, despite being raised for fighting or coming from a bad home. they have no locking jaws and are not stronger than other dogs.
1036 wordsRead More - Pit Bulls: Good Or Bad?analytical essayFor example, the Border Collie was bred to gather herds of sheep and the Chesapeake Bay Retriever was bred to hunt and retrieve ducks. The ASPCA states that is it hard to define a Pit Bull as one specific breed. (ASPCA Policy and Position Statements). Pit Bulls’ breeding purpose dates back to the mid 1600’s (Foster, 26). Like many other breeds, Pit Bulls were bred for sport due to their tenacity and athleticism. Originating in England, Ireland and Scotland, bully breed were bred for hog and bull hunting, and unfortunately, bull-baiting (Foster, 26). According to Webster’s Dictionary, bull-baiting is a sport where the dogs are set to pin a bull by seizing it by the
In this essay, the author
- Explains that the views on the pit bull breed have been negatively effected by mass media. the breed is commonly misidentified and ridiculed for being aggressive and dangerous.
- Explains that pit bulls were bred for sport due to their tenacity and athleticism.
- Explains that pit bulls were originally bred to be hunting and fighting dogs, so they were not aggressive toward people.
- Explains that pit bulls were america's mascot for wwi, and sergeant stubby, the most decorated war dog, is a bully breed.
- Analyzes how the media has blown the pit bull breed's reputation out of proportion and caused hysteria.
- Analyzes how the general public looks to the media to warn them about what dangers they should avoid. the new york times is one example of a corporation that negatively depicts pit bulls.
- Explains that breed specific legislation (bsl) restricts or bans a type of dog based off of their appearance and is popular issue around the world due to its obvious flaw.
- Explains that many insurance companies refuse to insure homeowners that own a pit bull due to the "high percentages" of reported attacks.
- Explains that the american temperament test society, american humane association and the aspa have found some statistics that are in favor of the breed.
- Explains that the aspca agrees that dog aggression has more to do with the owner rather than the breed itself. early experiences with abuse or neglect will cause a dog to be more aggressive towards humans.
- Explains that michael vick, an nfl quarterback, has set back and helped the cause. he bred, trained, abused, and brutally murdered pit bulls between 2001-2007.
- Explains that when the story surfaced, opposing views on the situation were voiced.
- Analyzes how jim gorant, a writer and editor for sports illustrated, wrote his first article on the popular nfl-related case.
- Explains that gorant expanded his sports illustration piece, resulting in his new york times best-seller, "the lost dogs." the book follows the aspca as they evaluate the vick's pit bulls.
- Explains that many television networks took it upon themselves to defend and call attention to these innocent creatures. animal planet kicked off a brand new series titled, animal witness: the michael vick case.
- Explains that the younger generation of social media users have been creating supporting videos and writing funny/sarcastic articles online that support the pit bull breed.
- Opines that the point of making these videos and articles so silly is to make the audience feel silly. people see pit bulls as an evil dog who wants to attack and bite every living thing it comes into contact with.
- Opines that people humanize dogs and treat them like humans, but don't see the psychological parallels between dog and human. if a human were abused, they would develop anxiety, depression, and anger/aggressive behavioral disorders later in life.
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