Pit bulls are often misunderstood. While the breed has been perceived as aggressive and unpredictable, pit bulls can actually be caring, sweet, and adorable. Despite that, some people are really afraid of them. In fact, they may be irrationally afraid of them that the breed has warranted a ban from the government.
The city of Denver has adopted a ban on this breed since 1989. But after a decades-long prohibition, the state is ready to accept pit bulls again. And the first dog of this breed to be adopted is named Gumdrop.
More about Gumdrop’s story
Gumdrop, now named Odin by his new family, has been the first pit bull to be adopted in the city since 1989. This is according to Kyle Wagner, the spokesperson of the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment.
The white-and-grey pup has been adopted after the legalization of the act. According to Mr. Wagner, Gumdrop was found as a stray last December and was immediately taken to a veterinary hospital. After the check-up, the dog was put up for adoption after a five-day hold at the shelter and no family came forward to get him back.
The adopting family, who comes from Colorado Springs, has seen Gumdrop’s photo and decided to drive an hour just to meet him. The adopting family has a baby and no other pets.
What you need to know about Denver’s rule on pit bulls
Last year, the residents of Denver have voted to lift the city’s enduring ban on pit bulls. About 64.5 percent agreed on the lift. As of the beginning of 2021 (January 1), residents are allowed to own or keep pit bulls provided that they have the required permit and that the dog is microchipped.
The new rule also applies to other restricted breeds, such as Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire. The said ordinance also requires the owners of pit bulls to pay a higher fee.
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