I started writing DogPolitics blog over three years ago, ignited by the issue of breed specific legislation after rescuing my dog - a "pitbull" mix - from the streets of Newark, NJ.
Since that time, breed bans and other forms of breed-specific legislation have spread like wildfire across the United States, Canada and around the world.
Sadly, thousands of innocent dogs have been literally snatched from the arms and homes of loving dog owners, OR dumped in shelters, condemned to die - all due to breed specific legislation.
The proponents of BSL include not just ignorant local legislators, but the very organizations that portray themselves as helping animals.
I am speaking explicitly about the Humane Society of the United States and PETA - organizations that directly support and promote breed specific legislation.
We know first hand, as those of us who own "targeted breeds or have the courage stand up to fight BSL have been painted by HSUS & PETA as criminals, drug dealers, or dog fighters.
The latest spin from PETAphiles and the supporters of HSUS now casts us as greedy, evil dog breeders and puppymillers.
I can assure you I am none of those.
I can also assure you that, in stark contrast to the image of pitbull owners that PETA & HSUS consistently portrays to the media, I neither a drug dealer, or a gang member. I am not a hoodlum.
Blacks and Hispanics should be outraged. There is no doubt that PETA & HSUS have deliberately used racism to drive the media hype and public fear.
I am all about breaking that stereotype & the HSUS/PETA myth.
I am a white, middle-aged female. I am a wife, I am a mother. I do not show dogs. I do not breed dogs. I only own rescued animals. I'm a liberal and a registered voter.
And now I'm really pissed off.
So to help level the playing field for the thousands of innocent dogs and their owners who are fighting to stop BSL - and fighting a match that's been fixed from the start - I've decided to add my 2 cents - in the form of an eBook.
How To Stop Breed Bans - the Dog Owner's Guide To Breed Specific Legislation - is the very first self help book for dog owners fighting to save their dog from being restricted, banned, confiscated and euthanized.
How To Stop Breed Bans - the Dog Owner's Guide To Breed Specific Legislation draws on the wisdom of the people who have won - or lost local battles on BSL or other anti-dog laws, providing invaluable insight to those who are facing BSL in their own communities.
But fighting breed bans and other forms of BSL is really like fighting a media war - it's a war for public opinion. So for that very reason - How To Stop Breed Bans - the Dog Owner's Guide To Breed Specific Legislation contains insight and advice from a marketing expert.
Me.
As the Chief Client Officer for one of the world's largest Internet companies, I advised and counseled some of the world's most famous - and infamous - names in business about marketing, PR and public perception. We helped these companies overcome negative public perceptions, stereotypes and bad company brand images.
So why not make that type of advice available to every day dog owners & people who own pitbulls - dogs that have been painted as killers and owners stereotyped as either crazy or criminals?
That's why my new eBook - -How To Stop Breed Bans - the Dog Owner's Guide To Breed Specific Legislation gives dog owners, clubs, rescue groups real and practical media, marketing and PR advice - which is so critical in defending the breeds of dogs and their owners.
But it's more that just a book. Inside you’ll find ideas and strategies to:
How To Stop Breed Bans - the Dog Owner's Guide To Breed Specific Legislation - contains an action plan and a toolbox to help local dog owners and local groups be more prepared to fight and win the battle to save innocent dogs.
Whether you live in Arkansas or Australia, Ohio or the Province of Ontario, there's something in this eBook for you.
You love your dog. You would bend over backwards to protect your dog. Help keep him or her safe from breed specific legislation, and help stand up for innocent dogs the world over.
They need you now - more than ever before.
Don't wait until it's too late.
ORDERING INFORMATION:
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Thank you all for your support. And btw - be sure to tell your local elected officials that My Dog Votes.
Now get the book and out there to help Save Dogs & Democracy.
And btw - be sure to tell your local elected officials that My Dog Votes.
· Develop a proactive AND a reactive strategy
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I absolutely hate breed specific bans.
Not only is it wrong, but it sets a precedent for other breeds to be "restricted".
Posted by: Dog Breed Dictionary | September 03, 2008 at 01:11 AM
I had no idea that HSUS supported BSL. This is very disheartening as I WAS a staunch supported of HSUS. Not anymore.
Where can I get more information about their support of BSL? Can you let me know please? I would really appreciate it.
Thanks,
Jaime
EDITOR'S NOTE: Yes, most pet lovers don't know about HSUS & PETA"s stance on pitbulls. I also used to be big supporters but no longer, and most True Defenders OF the Breed - people actually fighting BSL - know HSUS, PETA, Best Friends & now even the ASPCA to be directly supporting BSL or doing so behind the scenes. Here are a few links for you:
http://dogpolitics.typepad.com/my_weblog/2007/03/hsus_sterilize_.html
http://www.dogpolitics.com/my_weblog/2007/08/hsus-wayne-pace.html
http://www.dogpolitics.com/my_weblog/2007/08/this-is-molly-l.html
http://www.centennialsharpeiclub.org/Editorial-_Do_You_Know_the_Real_PETA_and_HSUS.pdf
http://birchtreefarm.com/weblog/index.php?s=hsus&sentence=AND
Posted by: Jaime | August 04, 2008 at 10:56 AM
I have loved dogs my entire life. I now own a black labrador/aussie mix and i am training a guide dog puppy who is a lab. I have worked in two vet clinics and i loved beeing able to help animals in need. I have also previously raised and trained a guide dog named Garth who I now miss very much. Because of my love of dogs I decided to start a store for dogs so I can continue to help them.
Posted by: Maayan Gordon | August 01, 2008 at 04:52 PM
Hi,
I just voted for your blog for Bloggers Choice Awards.
Could you please return the favor at:
http://www.bloggerschoiceawards.com/blogs/show/21620
Thanks,
SpEdLaw2
Posted by: spedlaw2 | June 04, 2008 at 10:46 PM