Dog Blog

Should we start placing responsibility for a dog’s behaviour on the owner? In South London U.K., city council has legislation in place that targets dog owners who use their dogs “for intimidation, causing a nuisance, fighting with dogs or using them as a weapon”. My opinion is YES, if we make the decision to own a dog then we accept responsibility for its actions. If a dog has violent behavioural issues then it is up to the owner to make sure that public safety is considered at all times when the dog is out. Ultimately, it will require a combination of complimentary approaches to control for these issues but sometimes preventative measures such as using a muzzle or a head collar to gain better control over your animal is often all that is needed. I believe that as owners we should be aware of the impact our loved ones might have on society and if we become careless then we should be held accountable. I think legislation like the one set up in South London U.K. should be adopted here as it would not only curb the amount of instances where dogs are used for these purposes but it will also force existing owners to become better parents to their pets.