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All dogs are 'inherently dangerous'
The simple fix for dog owners' passionate outrage over the Maryland Court of Appeals' ruling that pit bulls are "inherently dangerous" is to pass a law classifying all dogs that way ("Pit bull fight may stretch into dog days of summer," May 31). No...Tags: Plastic Surgery, Havre de Grace
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Pit bull fight may stretch into dog days of summer
The public rumble over pit bulls, provoked by the Maryland Court of Appeals' ruling in April that the breed is "inherently dangerous," could spill into the legislature should the General Assembly decide to take up the matter in a special session this...
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Pit bull bites child in Pasadena
A pit bull attacked a 9-year-old child Wednesday night in Pasadena as the boy played on his bike, police said. The child was with his mother who was visiting a neighbor in the 200 block of Armstrong Lane around 8:18 p.m. when the dog bit the boy on his...Tags: Martin O'Malley, Pasadena (Anne Arundel, Maryland)
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If pit bulls weren't dangerous, owners wouldn't fear being held liable for their behavior
In response to William Ramsey's letter regarding pit bulls, I couldn't agree more ("Why not hold all dog owners accountable?" May 16). Pet owners should be liable for the risk presented to the rest of us when they select a breed to own. If pit bulls have... -
Animal advocates seek new pit bull legislation in special session
A group of animal activists is asking Gov. Martin O'Malley to quickly introduce legislation that would override a Maryland Court of Appeals decision deeming all pit bulls dangerous.
Maryland Votes for Animals and similar organizations are urging...Tags: Martin O'Malley, Regional Authority, Executive Branch, Lobbying, Michael E. Busch
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All pit bulls to be considered dangerous under court ruling
Pit bulls are inherently dangerous animals, the state's highest court has ruled, a decision that could lead to stiff penalties for people found responsible in attacks — even if the dogs have never been violent before. A decision by the Maryland...Tags: Hospitals and Clinics, Baltimore County, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Justice System, Judges
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No evidence that pit bulls are more likely to bite
The Maryland SPCA is not only disappointed in the Maryland Court of Appeals recent ruling stating all "pit bulls" are inherently dangerous but also Dan Rodricks' commentary ("Pit bulls: Own at your risk," April 30). It is tragic to hear of anyone...Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dog (animal)
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Maryland SPCA: Court wrong in its pit bull ruling
The Maryland SPCA is disappointed by the recent Maryland Court of Appeals ruling ("Pit bulls are inherently dangerous, court rules," April 28). Obviously, it is tragic when anyone is hurt by an animal. These very sad situations can almost always be...Tags: Pets
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Pit bulls: Own them at your own risk
The first entry in Sunday's costume contest at the 17th annual March for the Animals was a pit bull dressed as Batman. I was on a wooden stage with the other contest judges, about four feet off the ground at Druid Hill Park. That distance from the dog...
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Pit bulls: Focus on the dog, not the breed
Over the past 12 years that I have lived in Baltimore, I have grown to respect the caliber of reporting that I find in the Baltimore Sun. Over the past two years, I have seen significant stories researched and presented in impressive ways, even as your...Tags: Cancer, Walmart
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Dangerous dogs are a problem; scapegoating pit bulls won't solve it
Sadly, pit bulls have acquired a bad reputation. They often attract irresponsible owners who encourage aggressive behavior. If a pit bull does attack, he's more likely to inflict serious injuries than other breeds, simply because of his strength. A pit... -
Police crack down on unleashed dogs
A vicious attack by two pit bulls on a white poodle has prompted a city police crackdown in Patterson Park. The Sun's Arthur Hirsch attended a community meeting Monday night to hear police describe what's they're doing. Offficers have issued 10...Tags: Dog (animal), Patterson Park
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