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Could pit bulls be allowed back into Denver? The dogs are banned in the city, but councilwoman Carla Madison is proposing changes to the ban that would allow dogs back into the city with some restrictions.
"It still would be illegal to own a pit bull in Denver unless you are willing to go through these hoops, and comply with the ordinance," Madison said.
Under her proposal pit bull owners would have to be 21 years old, pay $50 for a permit, and agree to home inspections. They would need at least $1,000,000 in homeowner or renter insurance, and the dog would need temperament testing, obedience training and to follow muzzle restrictions.
"I say let them back in," says resident Greg Stewart. But many don't want the dogs in their city again. "Pit bulls are bread to fight," said resident Spencer Chase. "Just because you muzzle them is not going to take away the dangers that exist."
The issue is not yet scheduled at a city council meeting. Councilwoman Madison says she would like to hear what residents have to say about the idea.
"It still would be illegal to own a pit bull in Denver unless you are willing to go through these hoops, and comply with the ordinance," Madison said.
Under her proposal pit bull owners would have to be 21 years old, pay $50 for a permit, and agree to home inspections. They would need at least $1,000,000 in homeowner or renter insurance, and the dog would need temperament testing, obedience training and to follow muzzle restrictions.
"I say let them back in," says resident Greg Stewart. But many don't want the dogs in their city again. "Pit bulls are bread to fight," said resident Spencer Chase. "Just because you muzzle them is not going to take away the dangers that exist."
The issue is not yet scheduled at a city council meeting. Councilwoman Madison says she would like to hear what residents have to say about the idea.
