Responsible Ownership
ADBA Guidelines for Responsible Dog Ownership
The ADBA believes that strong enforcement of leash laws, as well as clear guidelines of identifying and managing dangerous dogs, will promote responsible dog ownership and prevent tragedies from occurring. Simply placing restrictions on certain breeds will not improve public safety – it will only punish responsible dog owners. We strongly support sound, enforceable, non-discriminatory legislation to govern dog ownership, and we appreciate legislators’ desire to keep communities safe for both people and dogs. However, Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) will not address the root cause of dangerous dogs – Irresponsible Ownership!
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The 2026 ADBA Nationals hosted by the Salt Lake Terrier Association at the Davis Agricultural Heritage Center – 788 S 50 W, Kaysville, UT 84037. 1 conformation show and 1 weight pull will be held on Saturday and 1 Top Dog event will be held…
Read MoreSomething’s rotten in the city of Mobile Posted on July 30, 2026 | The city council in Mobile, Alabama, is considering an ordinance that would target MULTIPLE BREEDS, as well as any mix containing a “significant part” of the listed breeds. The breeds are as follows: American Pit…
Read MoreEvent Details Western Canadian APBTC (CAN) will host 2 conformation shows, 2 weight pulls and 2 Top Dog events at Langley Riders Society Arena in Langley, B.C. Canada. Please contact Hilda 604-562-9909, Ellen 604-309-0418 or Lydia 604-613-0550
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