Breed Specific Legislation Intro

Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) refers to laws or policies which are directed towards a single dog breed or a limited number of dog breeds, while other breeds are excluded from said law/policy. BSL mainly regulates breeding and owning of specific breeds, especially the so called “pitbull-type” dogs.

Here we will discuss argumentation pro-BSL, argumentation contra-BSL and effective alternatives to Breed Specific Legislation.

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  Latest News

• German Research on Temprament in Bull and Terrier type dogs

  In a recent study in Germany, no indication for inadequate or disturbed aggressive behaviour in this Bullterrier bloodline was found in a scientific study comparing Bull Terriers (falling under German Breed Specific Legislation) and Golden Retrievers. (By Jon on 2010-03-30.)

• Dutch Arrangement for Aggressive Animals revoked

  When the Dutch BSL(RAD) was dropped June 9th 2008, the advise of the Commission of Wises had some recommendations that are now (2009 and onwards) being implemented by Mrs. Gerda Verburg. (By Jon on 2009-07-29.)

• Italy replaces breed ban with owner responsibility

  After the Netherlands lifted their "pitbull law", now other countries follow. Italy will eliminate its list of dangerous dogs-replacing it with a law making owners more responsible for their pet's training and behavior. (By Jon on 2009-05-13.)