Who's Against BSL?

 

Several animal welfare organizations have issued formal position statements AGAINST breed specific legislation.  These organizations realize that BSL does not target the true problem of irresponsible dog ownership and, therefore, it is an ineffective method of discriminatory animal control.  Below are just a few of these organizations:

 

 

National Animal Control Association

Humane Associations of Georgia, Wisconsin, Ottowa, Idaho

 

Association of Pet Dog Trainers

 

American Kennel Club

 

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)

 

American Veterinary Medical Association

 

National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors

 

Canadian Kennel Club

 

National Animal Interest Alliance

 

American Animal Hospital Association

 

International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants

 

California Veterinary Medical Association

 

Colorado Veterinary Medical Association

 

Texas Veterinary Medical Association

 

Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association

 

Chicago Veterinary Medical Association

 

American Humane

 

Maryland Veterinary Medical Association

 

New York State Veterinary Medical Association

 

American Temperament Test Society

 

American Dog Owner’s Association

 

American Canine Federation

 

International Association of Canine Professionals

 

American Dog Breeders Association Inc.

 

SPCA Los Angeles

 

 

 

If you know of an organization that should be added to this list, please contact me at fightBSL-owner@yahoogroups.com