Arkansas Town Passes Ordinance Banning Dog Breeds

July 20, 2011

A new ordinance bans pit bull terriers and other types of dogs inside the limits of an eastern Arkansas city.

Members of the Trumann City Council have approved the ordinance barring American pit bull terriers, Staffordshire bull terriers, American Staffordshire terriers and other specific breeds.

The ordinance permits pit bull owners to “grandfather” their dogs into the city if they register the animals with the Trumann Animal Control Office within 60 days. Otherwise, the dogs must be removed from the city limits or be taken into custody and possibly euthanized after 11 days.

Mayor Sheila Walters told KAIT-TV that several children and adults have been attacked by pit bull dogs over the past few years, and officials believe they need more control over the handlers.

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  • July 20, 2011 at 2:35 pm
    Deb Casey says:
    Its a proven fact that banning the breed is not the solution. Banning the stupid people that create the problem is the answer.
  • July 20, 2011 at 2:05 pm
    Humane says:
    While I understand what the town council is trying to accomplish by making this breed specific legislation it may be hard to enforce. What is a pit bull? Oftentimes they are... read more
  • July 20, 2011 at 1:30 pm
    Jester says:
    I applaud the town's efforts in passing this much needed legislation. For once, a town puts the welfare of humans ahead of pets. This should apply in every city in the countr... read more

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