We have a special this month for the dog of the month contest
The four lucky winners will receive a copy of the book Demo the story of a junkyard dog.
You can find out more about the book here: http://www.demo-dog.com





Post them cute dogs of yours.
http://www.bullybreedresource.com/fo...g-of-the-month


Regards,
George

We are excited to be bringing back our Dog of the Month Contest starting in February.

We encourage everyone to enter your favorite pictures of your dogs. We have 4 different categories, and if you have dogs in each category, you can enter all 4 contests. Let’s get those cameras working and enter the contests! Winners will receive a “Dog of the Month” award after the votes have been counted each month.
The breakdown of the categories is as follows:

Puppy Category - up to 12 months old
Female Category - 1-7 years old
Male Category - 1-7 years old
Senior Category - over 7 years old

Here are the general rules:

Dog of the month(DOTM) - Rules
Welcome to The Dog of the Month photo contest. This is going to be a monthly photo contest. The contest will start on the first of every month.
You will be able to post submissions for the first two weeks. At the end of the second week we will close the submission thread. We will then ask for the members to pick their favorite five submissions. On the forth week we will then post a poll with the top 10 submissions. All members can vote on the poll for dog of the month. The winning submission will then be posted on the main site with a link back to the members profile and on our Facebook and MySpace page/photo album. Your profile will receive a medal saying that you won and what month you won.


Current Rules:
1: You must be a current member of Bully Breed Resource.
2: Photo submissions must be no larger then 600px X 600px.
3: You must be the current owner of the dog being submitted.
4: Winning photos can only be used once a year.
5: You are only allowed to submit one photo per month.
6: Winning dog will not be allowed to enter the following month.
7: No posting comments in Submission or Nomination threads. Comments in the voting thread are ok.
8. Do not post who you vote for. If you feel the need to tell someone you voted for them do it in the Private message system.

In the event there is a tie between two or more dogs, there will be a tie-breaker poll posted for 24 hours. All members will be allowed to vote.

In the event there is 5 weeks in a month we will allow an extra week for submissions.

Please do not post images as attachments.

Submission post should be as followed:
Dog Name:
Dog Age:
Commentary:
[photo here]


Enter your submissions here: http://www.bullybreedresource.com/fo...g-of-the-month

I would like to welcome Jen O as our newest moderator. She has accepted our invitation to help post rescue dogs to our forum.
I would also like to thank her for taking time out of her busy schedule to give us a hand.

I feel that by posting the dogs on this site it will give them more of a chance to find a forever home. On top of posting the dogs here on our site they will be automatically posted to a new Facebook page that we just created.
That page can be found at: Bully Breed Rescue Central


So a little about Jen

Her name is Jennifer but she is also known as Jen. She married her high school swearheart, Brian. They have two children together Vegan (5) & Sidney (2 1/2).
Jen also has six dogs. 5 Pit Bulls; Tank (6), Halloween Boy (2), Sandy (2), LuLu (1) and Mouth (8mo) & a Jack Russell/Beagle Sara (11).

In 2009 she lost the 2 most amazing dogs; on Jan 9th she lost Dozer (the perfect dog, her first Pitbull and true ambassador to his breed) to cancer and on Dec 17th her sweetheart Lilly (her first dog and rescued Greyhound).

In light of his illness & the lack of information out there she wanted to start a website detailing case histories of canine cancer. She is collecting data now so if you have a story you would like to share, it would be greatly appreciated. In the meantime I started a blog detailing Dozer's battle that can be found at http://caninecancerdatabase.blogspot.com/.
I have recently created another blog called Pawsitively Pitbulls where you can find wonderful, inspirational Pit Bull stories. http://pawsitivelypitbulls.blogspot.com/

In addition to the dogs she also have 3 cats; Kitty, Mama Cat and Isaac.

Jen is very grateful to be a part of Pinups for Pitbulls! Dozer & Jen were Mr and Miss July 2009, She was the 2009 Honorary Pinup of the Year!!!

Pinups for Pitbulls, was founded by Little Darling and Carla Lou, and is a non profit organization that works to educate the public about the history and temperament of the American Pit Bull Terrier and Mixed Bully Breeds, to raise awareness about Breed Specific Legislation & Breed Specific abuse, and to raise funds for bully friendly rescues and dogs in need.

You can learn more by visiting them at http://www.pinupsforpitbulls.com


Again I want to thank Jen for helping us help the worlds most misunderstood breed.

Regards,
George

Pit Bull Problem?
Morgan Fogarty

Story Created: Mar 4, 2010 at 7:39 AM EST
Story Updated: Mar 4, 2010 at 7:50 AM EST

York County, S.C. - It's been about a year since York County passed a law making it tougher for pet owners to keep their dogs chained up outside with no food or shelter. But our cameras captured dog after dog, including one where you can see his ribs, on heavy chains. We showed the video to York County Council Chairman Buddy Motz who says, "That looked like it was a very heavy chain and again, our ordinance calls for a chain or leash or tether not to be more than 10 percent of the weight of the dog."



One neighbor, who lives next to a home where 39 pit bulls are reportedly kept, told us no one needs that many dogs. At another York County home, you can see the plastic barrels where pits are kept. And another neighbor, and reported owner of seven pits, was charged with assault and battery today after attacking our news photographer. We discovered that 27-year-old Eric Martin has a record that includes a criminal domestic violence charge.

When we broadcast this story, he was being held at the York County jail with no bond because of an outstanding warrant from another law agency. "He doesn't project a good image at all for York Co. or any county," says Motz. He says, "I would not approve of the barrel. I wouldn't approve of keeping the dogs tied up on a chain like that and I wouldn't approve of having a dog that looks malnourished.”



Motz says passing an ordinance like the one Durham just enacted - that outlaws tethering, includes financial penalties for animals that aren't spayed or neutered, and requires mandatory space for each animal - is far off for York County because of its history of being a rural area. But he does says his county ordinance could be stronger. "This is just something so obviously wrong there that it really needs to be addressed,” says Motz.



Motz says he'll contact animal control and the county manager to see if any of the dogs we showed him should be removed from their homes. We'll bring you the latest as it develops.


http://www.foxcharlotte.com/news/top.../86331082.html

Mar 3, 2010 6:44 pm US/Eastern
Lawmakers Look To Make De-Barking Illegal
Reporting
Karen Anderson
BOSTON (WBZ) ―

The House voted overwhelmingly to move forward with a ban on a surgery known as "debarking" or devocalization. The House voted 150-1 in favor of making it illegal to perform the debarking surgery on dogs and cats unless it was medically necessary.

Rep. Coakley-Rivera of Springfield told testified in support for the ban. "Devocalization is inhumane and must be stopped. Please support this bill without any amendments. Most people who devocalize their dogs don't take the time and training. Little dogs have a tendency to yelp, it's their only defense."

After the vote, Rep Jennifer Callahan said, "It's a great day for people who want responsible dog ownership in Massachusetts. " Leslie Burg, who also helped push for the ban, says devocalization is inhumane and must be stopped. She was trilled by today's vote, and said "It's a very good bill for animals, for dogs and cats who won't be brutalized by this surgery which cuts their vocal cords essentially to silence their voices… because it's convenient for people."

Opponents like breeder Charlotte McGowan of the National Animal Interest Alliance Trust says the bill will lead to more deaths, because she sees this surgery as a last resort. I think it's a very sad day for people with noisy dogs who love their dogs and have had the last resort they have to keep their dog in their home taken away from them." She says the American Veterinary Medical Association is also against an all out ban. Their policy is, "Canine devocalization should only be performed by qualified, licensed veterinarians as a final alternative after behavioral modification efforts to correct excessive vocalization have failed."

The House Bill has stiff penalties including up to 5 years in prison for performing the devocalization surgery.

The bill now moves to the Senate, where leaders say it has support.

If it's signed, the Governor's spokesperson says the Governor will review the bill when it gets to his desk.

http://wbztv.com/local/dog.barking.bill.2.1534969.html

This is a very scary article concerning assembly bill AB793 and senate bill SB580. The hearing is scheduled for March 11, 2010.

I couldn't copy and paste the article.
Here is a link to the article: http://www.spanieljournal.com/46lbaughan.html

Maynard, Iowa

... The dangerous dog ordinance defines a dangerous dog by its behavior, not by breed. It prohibits all dangerous dogs from being in the city limits, no exceptions. A dog does not need to bite someone before it is considered dangerous.

The council reminded people complaints need to be written and signed to be investigated.

“The reality of how you can enforce this is you need to be able to document how you got to point B. It’s not enough to just say I’ve been worried about this dog for weeks,” said the attorney. “If you’re that worried, you better call in a complaint and be willing to follow that up with a statement in writing. Otherwise the city won’t assume any responsibility for that animal.”

The licensing ordinance requires all dogs and cats to be licensed with the city at a fee of $10 per animal. Licensing is required annually. If a person fails to license their animal, there is a $5 charge. Tags worn by licensed animals assure the law is being followed. Several residents questioned when would be the best time for licensing, whether it’s held once a month or once a year and where it should take place.

All three ordinances were read and approved 4-0 as they agreed to suspend the third reading. Council member Carol Inman was absent. The council said it would take some time to work out the details regarding licensing. Mayor Dan Howard said the city will post the information on licensing once a decision is made.


http://www.newspapersoffayettecounty...9050166913.prt

Pennsylvania state law prohibits breed specific legislation, both those in the surrounding area might want to provide some good, generic dangerous dog laws for the city's consideration.



McAdoo eyes options after pit bulls attack dog
By TOM RAGAN (Staff Writer tragan@standardspea ker.com)
Published: March 4, 2010

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McADOO - Three pit bulls viciously attacked another dog in the yard of a McAdoo resident this week, leaving the dog with severe injuries.

Jerome Machey, 142 E. Washington St., was in his yard Sunday with Louie, a Rotweiler-German Shepherd mix. Machey said he went inside for just a few seconds when he heard the cries of his dog.

Machey went outside to find three bit bulls attacking his dog. Machey wasn't bitten as he separated the three pit bulls - which belong to a neighbor - from his chewed-up dog.

Pictures taken after the attack show Louie with flesh ripped from his legs and side. The dog was treated by a veterinarian, and Machey reported Wednesday that Louie is sore and limping around.

"My dog cries when he tries to get up on his legs. He is still sore and hurting from the attack," Machey said.

On Tuesday, Machey attended McAdoo Borough Council's work session to complain about his neighbor's dogs and to ask what can be done. He said he is afraid the dogs will attack a child or a person walking by.

"The borough needs to do something, please. I'm 45 years old and I'm scared to be in my own garden," Machey said.

Council members Marion DeBalko and Mary Labert were aware of the attack. Council President Joe Madochick and other council members discussed the incident and what options were available.

Madochick said the borough's only dog ordinance is from the 1930s and is outdated, but suggested McAdoo police should be involved in every such incident.

"We need police enforcement, " Labert said.

Mayor Dane Watro said borough police did write citations relative to Sunday's attack on Machey's dog.

The council talked about a new dog ordinance for the borough but solicitor Joseph Baranko said he thinks the dog law is too comprehensive, according to Madochick.

"He doesn't think changing the law is going to help," Madochick said.

http://republicanhe rald.com/ news/mcadoo- eyes-options- after-pit- bulls-attack- dog-1.655273

Ordinance gives bite to animal control

By Trevor Stokes
Staff Writer


Published: Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 3:30 a.m.
Last Modified: Monday, March 1, 2010 at 10:57 p.m.

RUSSELLVILLE - The Russellville City Council on Monday unanimously approved an ordinance that gives officials more bite over controlling vicious animals, which are a problem citywide. Mayor Troy Oliver was not in attendance.



Councilman Lanny Hubbard initiated the pet ordinance in November, but the effort fizzled as the council tackled its budget.



Hubbard said Monday that the ordinance came from citywide complaints about loose dogs and of encountering vicious dogs during walks.



"People are afraid to walk to exercise because we have these pit bulls running wild," Hubbard said.



City Attorney Danny McDowell said that nothing in the former ordinance dealt with vicious dogs.



The new rules define vicious dogs and aim to ensure that dogs be kept enclosed and have collars and tags.

In certain circumstances, one bite would be required for a dog to be classified as vicious.



Violations would incur fines from $1 to a maximum of $500 or imprisonment for six months.



Violators would be liable for costs incurred for dealing with the vicious animal.



Officials hope the new regulations will discourage multiple offenders by making offenses financially prohibitive.



The regulations include: prohibitions of dogs running loose; requires dogs deemed vicious to be held in pens; requires vicious dogs be muzzled and on leashes when taken off property; prohibits dog fighting or training for dog fighting; prohibits vicious dogs from multiple dwellings; requires vicious dog owners post "Beware of Dog" signs.



Department head Roy Price and Police Chief John Hargett will together work to enforce the ordinance.



If somebody calls in a stray animal, the street department will pick up the animal and hold it for five days before euthanizing it.

Trevor Stokes can be reached at 740-5728 or trevor.stokes@ TimesDaily. com.



http://www.timesdai ly.com/article/ 20100302/ ARTICLES/ 3025021/1011/ NEWS?Title= Ordinance- gives-bite- to-animal- control