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Michigan Humane reacts to Grosse Pointe Shores pit bull ban, says it will move annual event from cit
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"Michigan Humane has held its annual Mutt March, one of our largest events, at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House since 1989. Next year would have been our 35th year bringing thousands of visitors, vendors, and commerce to Grosse Pointe Shores in a celebration of the human-animal bond. The immediate impact of the decision to ban pit bulls is that this celebration in Grosse Pointe Shores is no longer on the table. We will be immediately forced to identify a more inclusive community to host our event.
"Make no mistake, people now make life decisions based on the needs of their pets. The decision to ban pit bulls, which reflects on both the city of Grosse Pointe Shores and those who live there, will have a significant impact on the perception that those locally and nationally have of the city. People choose where to live and where to work based on what they perceive as the best environment for their pet. Close to 70% of Americans own a pet, and an overwhelming majority of those consider their pets part of their family, if not equal to any other member of their family. In fact, a 2021 National Association of Realtors study found that 43% of homeowners would be willing to move to better accommodate their pets.
"There are behavioral differences in breeds. It is not all "the owners." However, inherent aggression is not one of those behavioral tendencies. Dogs should be judged on the behavior they display and their attributes that are often based on socialization and health. These are, often, in the hands of the owners.
"People, pets, and communities are healthier and safer when pets are celebrated. Banning a breed is the wrong message and the wrong issue. It is not creating a safer community. We should expect that our existing laws be enforced regarding pets and pet ownership while simultaneously not alienating those who choose to share their life with one breed over another. Every pet is unique and every situation involving them should be considered on an individual and unique basis."
https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/michigan-humane-reacts-to-grosse-pointe-shores-pit-bull-ban-says-it-will-move-annual-event-from-city
"Michigan Humane has held its annual Mutt March, one of our largest events, at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House since 1989. Next year would have been our 35th year bringing thousands of visitors, vendors, and commerce to Grosse Pointe Shores in a celebration of the human-animal bond. The immediate impact of the decision to ban pit bulls is that this celebration in Grosse Pointe Shores is no longer on the table. We will be immediately forced to identify a more inclusive community to host our event.
"Make no mistake, people now make life decisions based on the needs of their pets. The decision to ban pit bulls, which reflects on both the city of Grosse Pointe Shores and those who live there, will have a significant impact on the perception that those locally and nationally have of the city. People choose where to live and where to work based on what they perceive as the best environment for their pet. Close to 70% of Americans own a pet, and an overwhelming majority of those consider their pets part of their family, if not equal to any other member of their family. In fact, a 2021 National Association of Realtors study found that 43% of homeowners would be willing to move to better accommodate their pets.
"There are behavioral differences in breeds. It is not all "the owners." However, inherent aggression is not one of those behavioral tendencies. Dogs should be judged on the behavior they display and their attributes that are often based on socialization and health. These are, often, in the hands of the owners.
"People, pets, and communities are healthier and safer when pets are celebrated. Banning a breed is the wrong message and the wrong issue. It is not creating a safer community. We should expect that our existing laws be enforced regarding pets and pet ownership while simultaneously not alienating those who choose to share their life with one breed over another. Every pet is unique and every situation involving them should be considered on an individual and unique basis."
https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/michigan-humane-reacts-to-grosse-pointe-shores-pit-bull-ban-says-it-will-move-annual-event-from-city
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