What is Responsible Dog Ownership?
Regardless of whether you are a pit bull owner or you’ve chosen another breed as your companion, there are some universal steps in being a responsible dog owner. Following the below steps will help dogs become model canine citizens and also result in safer communities, thus resulting in a reduction of the proposal of adverse legislation that targets bull breed owners and pet ownership in general. • Realizing that a pet is for LIFE, and dedicating yourself to the life of your dog • Learning all you can about your breed of choice • Investing in proper health care throughout your dog’s life and making healthy choices for him or her • Training your dog through gentle means to be a good canine citizen and helping him achieve that goal • Teaching your children to respect animals and not abuse them through play (this is also Responsible Parenting) • Teaching other humans how to interact with your dog • Obeying the laws set for your protection and the protection of others, even when your dog “
