Matthew Lane’s Pit Bull mix Dallas got removed from the list after taking steps to improve his behavior.
Photo via omaha.com
A long story on omaha.com today takes a look at Omaha’s “dangerous” dogs five years after strict laws were passed, following a 2008 attack on a woman and her daughter by a neighbor’s Pit Bull. The tough ordinance put in place:
- Restrictions on pit bulls;
- Restrictions on leaving dogs tied up and alone in a yard for more than 15 minutes;
- Sanctions for reckless owners;
- Rehabilitation steps for potentially dangerous dogs;
- The creation of a breed ambassador program where dogs earn a special vest to wear by passing control tests.
Dogs such as Dallas, above, can work their way off the “dangerous dogs” list.
It’s good that they have these restrictions, not only will it protect the dogs but it also regulates the irresponsible owners.