Proposal Of Dangerous Dog Legislation. - Page 4

sskmick · #31 (**permalink**) 26-02-2008, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ajshep1984

I dont think its the dogs that need licencing its the owners. Everyone here has accepted that its not the breeds fault its the owners fault, so surely thats what needs addressing.

Owners should have to complete tests, on their knowledge and on their handling skills. Like a driving theory and practical test. If they don't pass they aren't allowed to own a dog.

It could be graduated like getting a full driving licence and a HGV licence. For big powerful dogs you'd have to do extra tests to prove you can keep a more powerful dog under control and have a deeper knowledge of their requirements.

It would also serve as a way to educate people on how to treat animals and perhaps kerb animal cruelty as well as attacks.

Absolutely. I'd willingly take a test.

Sue

sskmick · #32 (**permalink**) 28-02-2008, 05:05 PM

I would like to add that dog owners should be registered as to the number of dogs they can own. I don't mean two per household.

If an owner has more than one dog and has a Court/destruction order against one of the dogs. A problem would arise because they would still be listed/licensed as a registered owner for the remaining dog(s). The owner should not be allowed to acquire another dog, until such time as decided by the Courts.

Yip you guessed it; someone in our Street had three dogs a destruction order was granted against one of the dogs and the owner acquired another dog.

Sue

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