Dutch governent to lift 25 YEAR ban on pit bulls

[Rene Allegrini]

Could our message regarding banning specific breeds of dogs NOT decreasing bite incidents finally be realized? Hopefully this train of thought will continue for all breeds of dogs targeted by this flawed legislation.

Dutch government to lift 25-year ban on pit bulls

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) ? The Dutch government says it will lift a long-standing ban on pit bulls because it did not lead to any decrease in bite incidents.

Agriculture Minister Gerda Verburg has informed parliament of the decision, which follows the advice of a commission of experts appointed to review the policy.

Instead, the country will focus on enforcing local leashing laws and owner education programs.

Spokesman Koen Geelink said Monday the ministry hopes to have a new policy in place by year-end, in which dogs that have displayed aggression will be tested by an expert.

The country banned the breeding and possession of pit bulls in 1993, after three children were killed by the dogs.

Dutch government to lift 25-year ban on pit bulls

[ratgrrl]

Instead, the country will focus on enforcing local leashing laws and owner education programs.

*tooting horn* Da Ta Da!!! Let's hope the rest will follow quickly. At the very least we have some further ground to stand on.

[Shane]

Am I really bad at math, or was 1993 just 15 years ago?

Still, awesome news!

[isla49]

Good to hear if it's true.

[poohbearsmom]

Hopefully this might set a precedence that education prevents dog bites.

[Nishasmom]

Thats great .

[Xena's momma]

I have NEVER supported or come anywhere CLOSE to agreeing with any BSL. However, I do think there should be a limit on how many one person can own. If one person owns 10 pitbulls, I personally think that is a problem.

[Weily4Life]

Wonderful to hear of reversal of BSL.