Breed Specific Legislation - Canines: Banned!

Can you imagine looking at someone and judging their entire personality just by how they look? It may be unfair, but some dog breeds experience that prejudice every single day.

The dangerous dogs act was a law passed in the United Kingdom in 1991 aimed to try to reduce the number of dog attacks by specific breeds.

You might be surprised to learn that some of America's most beloved dogs are considered bully breeds. From large-and-in-charge boxers to small and stout Boston terriers, there are a variety of dogs that fall under the category of "bully breeds."

"Today's profiling of pit bulls contrast with the dogs' image in the first half of the 20th century when pit bulls were often cast in films as trick dogs and comic sidekick rolls."