South Dakota (Spencer, etc.) ban several breeds

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South Dakota (Spencer, etc.) ban several breeds

admin 07-30-2007, 6:50 AM

Pit bull ordinance results in owner euthanizing canine

By The Associated Press

A Spencer woman who had been given 30 days to find a new home for her 10-year-old pit bull-mutt mix decided to euthanize the dog....

Magnuson said she euthanized her dog, Cupcake, on Friday because she didn't think the animal would have made a successful transition to another home.....

Spencer residents may not possess dogs with the appearance or characteristics of Doberman pinschers, Rottweilers, wolves, blue heelers and Staffordshire bull terriers, also known as "pit bulls."....

Marion made it a crime to possess pit bulls, Dobermans and Rottweilers in 2002. The decision caused little controversy, said Jeff Cole, city attorney.

for full article visit http://www.rapidcityjournal.com/articles/2007/07/29/news/state/doc46ac0c7bbaad2838505470.txt