Apple Meadows Coalition

"I was disturbed by this info.  Any owners of small children or anyone really should be shocked and appalled by this councilwoman. I read today that Councilwoman Carla Madison is working on an ordinance change that would allow pit bull type dogs back in Denver."

 

WITH ALL DO RESPECT, HOMEBOI!

YOU NEED 2 STOP!!!

ITS NOT AT FAULT OF THE PITT BULLS YOUR KILLING.

THEY DO NOT TRAIN THEMSELVES. COME ON NOW!!!

HAVE YOU EVER OWNED A PITT?

IF NOT, MAY I INTRODUCE YOU 2 MY BABY GIRL, MO-NAE'?

SHE IS MY BESTFRIEND. I'VE HAD HER SENCE SHE WAS 8 WEEKS SHE IS A YEAR OLD. SHE IS NOT MEAN AT ALL. SHE GETS EXCITED AROUNED OTHER DOGS BUT SHE LOVES 2 PLAY. SHE STAYS WITH ME AT ALL TIMES .SHE IS STILL A PUP SO SHE MAKES SOME MISTAKES. BUT NOT PUTTIN A CHILD OR ANOTHER DOG IN HARMES WAY. IF YOU CAN CARELESS ABOUT ME OR MY "DOG" I RESPECT THAT. WHO AM I ANYWAYS.

ITS JUST , I REALLY DONT THINK PEOPLE SHOULD PUT THE BLAM ON AN ANIMAL ITS THE IGNORANT OWNERS. I THINK THE STUPID ASS' THAT FIGHT &TRAIN THEM SHOULD HAVE A BAN ON THEM. I DO APOLOGIZE IF IM OUT OF LINE.   

It is ignorant and misinformed people such as yourself that continue to perpetuate this unfounded rationale that pit bulls should be banned based solely on breed specific legislation.  I rescued my pit bull ten years ago and can say unconditionally that he is the sweetest, most kind-hearted, timid, and loving dog I have ever owned.  He's been around infants (supervised of course), small children, elderly, and any other person you can imagine with not one single instance of aggression or hostility, ever.  Does he have the potential to be aggressive?  Sure.  Does the lab that lives next to me, the lhasa apso and great dane that live up my street, or any of the other hundreds of dogs that live near me have the potential to be aggressive?  Absolutely.  Unless you happen to be a squirrel, my dog won't even bother to give you the time of day, thats how docile he is.  Rather than enforcing breed specific legislation, how about we instead focus on educating the public and members of the community how to responsibly care for an animal, and severely punish those who own these breeds for the purposes of dog-fighting or other illegal activities.  Individuals that sadly do engage in these illegal activities who own pit bulls, rottweilers, and other "vicious" breeds will merely move onto a breed that is not currently banned.  How many dog breeds will we eventually have to ban before the problem is rectified?  Instead of hating on pit bulls, focus on their irresponsbile and sometimes detestable owners.  People convicted of animal cruelty should be in jail for a long long time.  Michael Vick should still be jail.

 

Ultimately, the responsibility of pit bulls and other potentially dangerous breeds falls directly on the owner.  Obedience classes, training sessions, and countless other forms of literature are available to the owner to help educate them into properly raising a healthy, non-aggressive pet.  This guidance and support has proven to be effective provided the owner wishes to foster a healthy environment for their pit bull.  Banning pit bulls and other breeds is an ineffective and inhumane approach to correcting a societal problem.  Instead, public outreach and educational programs should be developed for current and future pit bull owners focusing on constructive methods to avoid aggression with simple solutions such as socialization and play time.  Pit bulls can be the most docile of all animals given the opportunity and environment to do so.  While the stigma of pit bulls may never be fully eradicated, it is imperative that members of the community understand that there are no bad dogs, just bad owners.

Hi, my name is Allyssa. I'm a mother I one two year old and can honestly say what I'm reading is very narrow minded! This letter sounds as if it came from someone who has never tried to get to know a pit bull or did all types of research. As a previous owner of a pit bull I speak from EXPERIENCE that to own a pit bull is just like owning any other dog. It takes training, love, dedication. The dog of which I once owned was the offspring of two guard dogs, so people would jump to a conclusion that my dog were to grow up to be just as mean and non sociable as his parents but that was quite the contrary. My dog turned out to be so lovable, goofy, and very obedient. He helped my son start to walk as he stood still every time my son stepped to him ensuring that my son never fell. My son would be able to hand feed my dag as well with out biting him. We would be able to take our dog to dog parks with out him ever getting aggressive. My point here is that raised my dog correctly as if I were raising a child of mine. To teach my son manners, not to hit others (non aggressive behavior) etc. is as to teach (train) my dog commands, playfulness, non aggressive behavior. If an own (parent) chooses to teach the dog improper actions the breed it's self should not be punished. It's the owner! I have came accross all types of pit bulls, mean, aggressive, nice, playful, I have even gotten bitten on my rear end by a mean pit bull, non the less I didn't not blame the dog. I saw what it has grown around. It did not stop me from ever going back to that house. If you go to a veterinarian and ask them what breed has bitten them more I can guarantee you that pit bus will not be at the top of the list. Judging pit bulls are just like judging a person by there race! Breed is to race. To belittle the concil woman about her open mind is only showing how narrow minded your thoughts are. For someone to give the benefit of the doubt to these beautiful, loyal, and protective animals. My idea to help build the reinsurance of local residence is to show proof of put bulls attending doggy lessons, give updates of the pit bulls progress, and even to have periodic visit of a dog specialist to see physically if the pit bulls at the residents is non aggressive and well trained - also how well it does with strangers. -Allyssa Ahopper32263@gmail.com

I am appalled by your ignorance, obviously you have never met a pit bull in your life or you would not say these things. No dog is a dangerous dog, certain people have made certain pit bulls fight. It is not in the dogs blood to fight other dogs. If you look at a list of the most dangerous dogs pit bulls are not number one. The number one and two most dangerous are German Shepherds and Yellow Labs. It is unfair that people who have pit bulls can not live in certain cities. I have a year old pit bull who is a huge couch potato and lover. I am getting a job in Denver and yet I have to look for places outside of Denver to live. I do not have a pit bull because of status, illegal dog fighting, or to guard a drug cache. I have a pit bull because he is a good dog who loves me. So sorry that you have been misinformed about pit bulls, but before you post anything like this again try actually meeting a pit bull.