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Milwaukee Ends Breed-Specific Dog Bite Rules | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee just ditched breed-specific dog bite laws—no more automatic bans on pit bulls or Rottweilers. Now, a dog can only be labeled “dangerous” if it actually bites, not because of its breed. With over 190 dog bites this year and national fatal bite numbers nearly doubling in a decade, the city’s move comes as experts blame pandemic pet adoptions and poor early socialization. Animal control says breed bans are misleading—any dog can bite. Under the new rules, owners must submit a behavior plan if their dog is flagged, and can appeal or request removal after a year of clean behavior. Plus…
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