Changes to Florida's Dangerous Dogs law can means PHAs can no longer ban Pit Bulls from public housing.
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Florida’s Updated ‘Dangerous Dogs’ Law Prohibits Municipal Bans on Pit Bulls

By Sukriti Makhija

Florida’s “Dangerous Dogs” laws have been revisited. On Sunday, Oct. 1, several changes were made to state laws, including regulations surrounding bully breeds, according to the Tallahassee Democrat. As per the new law, local governments — including cities, counties, and other municipalities — can no longer ban specific breeds, including Pit Bulls and German Shepherds.

Sukriti Makhija
Sukriti Makhija

Sukriti is an author at DogTime and CatTime and a mother to two sassy cats. She grew up with dogs and puppy dogs eyes are one of her biggest weaknesses and always thought of herself as a dog person. However, her cat Mau, who came to her during Covid changed her perspective and now she lives to serve her feline fur babies. She has previously worked as a Content Writer in the field of Travel and Hospitality, as well as an Entertainment Journalist.

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