- This is an article about a young couple who adopted a guard dog who was previously abondened.
-This article not only shows the lasting affects of rescuing a dog, it also emphasizes the cruel system that is imposed upon guard dogs--training them to be mean so they can be sold to businesses.
Some of the standards discussed include:
-having an examination to assess how well the person and their dog are trained for anti-crime
-completing a background check on the individuals
-if the person has committed specific crimes, they be denied the position of a guard dog trainer
-The Overpopulation Program (POP) officers have become aware of an increase in the number of dogs licensed as guard dogs, even though they aren't kept on commercial property.
-They proposed several changes including: prohibiting the ownership of pets that aren't vaccinated against rabies, ensuring that pets receive a physical examination, and ensuring guard dogs have a licensed tag
| lita Oneill is thanking Rush or sending her the copy of the dangerous dog ordinance, which they adopted a pattern of the like. The second letter is from Rush and it discusses how he is proud that their county was able to move from a "Guard Dog" ordinance to a "Dangerous dog" ordinance.
-In this letter, Rush clarifies that they do not use their "attack dogs" but rather Sentry Dogs.
-Rush provides sections on the Municipal Code, sections pertaining to Animal Regulation
I found it interesting and sad that the reason behind the urgency of Sentry Dog Licensing involved an incident of a child's death. A child was mauled by a guard dog and eventually died. From then on, it was brought to their attention that something must be done to keep these dogs under control.
| Definition of Guard Dog: any dog kept, used, or maintained on commercial or industrial premise
Definition of Sentry Dog: any dog that is trained to guard, protect, patrol any premise or area.
This ordinance explains that dog owners aren't complying with humane treatment guidelines. It has a copy of the ordinance on the following pages that details how owners should be treating their dogs.
General Manager directive NO. 03-007
-Shelter amendments: Dog must be protected while being cleaned. Premise must contain shaded area for the dog during daylight hours.
-Water amendment: Dog must have access to clean AND fresh water. Water must be kept out of the sun.
-Feeding Amendments: dog owners mustn't just feed their dogs, but their food must be wholesome, palatable, and sufficient in quantity.
| -No one is allowed to keep, use, or maintain a guard dog unless they have tag from the Department
-The fee of $50 must be paid to the Department on an annual basis
- This pamphlet details the immunization requirements, veterinary exam requirements, water and feeding requirements, license, and shelter requirements for guard dogs.
-I found it interesting that they have listed the water requirements for the dogs, because that is something that is not usually thought about. Here it states that the dog must have access to water all the times, and it must be in an area that is spill proof.
| - This document sets the guidelines for people to obtain security dogs and the licensing processes they must go through
-After receiving the licensing, one must check the quality of what they invested in
-> A guard dog must be alert, uninjured, and active. If this doesn't fit the description of the dog that was given, then they must contact the Department of Animal Regulation
