Breed Specific Legislation: Justifiable Discrimination?
Tuesday, May 5, 2009 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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American Staffordshire Bull Terriers ("Pit Bulls"), Rottweilers, German Shepherds and Doberman Pinschers have all been the subject of Breed Specific Legislation (BSL). Is BSL a solution to prevent dog bites, dog fighting and abandonment, or an over-inclusive policy that wrongly discriminates against certain breeds, penalizing responsible people and their pets? A panel of experts will discuss the law and policy surrounding this controversial issue.
Moderators:
BINA AHMAD, Bina Ahmad, Esq.; CHRISTINE MOTT, Christine Mott, Esq.
Speakers:
DEBORA BRESCH, Legislative Liaison, ASPCA; DEBORAH DIIORIO, Amsterdog Rescue, In Our Hands Rescue; MICHAEL McGRAW, Director of Media Relations, PETA; HEATHER McMANUS, Senior Attorney, American Kennel Club; LEDY VANKAVAGE, Senior Legislative Analyst, Best Friends Animal Society