Archive for January, 2009

BSL Facts from NCRC

There are some interesting facts about BSL posted on the website of the National Canine Research Council.
This organization, who’s mission is to publish accurate, documented, reliable research to promote a better understanding of the human-canine bond, has the following facts listed on their website:
Fact: A city without breed specific legislation (Portland) has had NO fatal [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags:   Posted in: BSL Facts  No Comments

Hawaii BSL Meetings Today

Meeting with Senator Taniguchi
Rose Woods is on her way to meet with Senator Brian Taniguchi as I type.  That meeting is scheduled for 3:30 PM HST.
For those of you who haven’t yet heard, Senator Taniguchi is the chair of the committee assigned to SB79.  Rose is there to lobby on all of our behalf [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags:   Posted in: Fight BSL, SB79 News  No Comments

Get Your Stop BSL in Hawaii Shirt

Stop BSL in Hawaii shirts are being printed so that any who supports dogs in Hawaii can purchase a shirt to support the cause. These shirts will also be used for those who wish to stand in unity at rallies or hearings.
Shirts are being sold for $10 each and $3 of each purchase [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags:   Posted in: Breed Facts, Fight BSL, Hawaii Dog Videos, Upcoming Events  16 Comments

Hawaii BSL Updates via Text

If you have a teenager, chances are you have an unlimited texting plan.  If you do have an unlimited plan and would like to stay up to date with the latest at StopBSLHawaii.com, you now have the option of getting updates via SMS Text messages.  Simple fill out the form in the right hand margin [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags: , ,   Posted in: SB79 News  No Comments

Stop BSL Rally on February 8

A Stop BSL in Hawaii Rally has been scheduled for Sunday, February 8th, 2009.  This rally will take place at Magic Island from 11:00am - 4:00pm.
If you’re looking to:

Support Hawaii dogs
Get more information about what’s going on with BSL in Hawaii
Meet other dog owners
Sign the petition
Or get information about future events

Please join us for the [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags: , ,   Posted in: Upcoming Events  4 Comments

Who Should Write a Letter?

Our canine companions need EVERY responsible dog owner to write a letter to the representatives and officials opposing any and all breed specific ordinances.   Even if you don’t live in Hawaii or aren’t here permanently, write a letter.  It may be your city or county next!  I never thought it would happen here in Hawaii [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags: ,   Posted in: Fight BSL  5 Comments

Pitbulls: Did You Know?

Did you know that…

pitbulls serve as therapy/service dogs?  The Chako Rescue Association has Pit Bull therapy dogs in Texas, Utah and California.  Helen Keller even had a Pit Bull as her canine companion and helper. Cheyenne and Dakota are a team of hard-working Search-and-Rescue Pit Bulls in Sacramento, California.  They play an important role in [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags:   Posted in: Breed Facts  No Comments

Pitbull Ban Rejected in Montana

“A proposal to ban pit bulls in Montana was quickly rejected by the Legislature Thursday, amid criticism it was an ineffective way to deal with the problem of dog attacks. The plan would have allowed the current owners of pit bulls to register their dogs and keep them, but no other pit bulls could be [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags: ,   Posted in: BSL in other States  No Comments

Hawaii BSL Bill Makes Front Page of the Newspaper

Bill would ban owning pit bulls in Hawaii — but its chances are slim
According today’s Honolulu Advertiser article, the chances of the Hawaii BSL bill passing are slim. While this is great news for dog owners/supporters, this doesn’t mean they should take it for granted that nothing will happen to their dogs.
Many Hawaii dog [...]

January 27, 2009  Tags: ,   Posted in: SB79 News  2 Comments