United States Neapolitan Mastiff Club
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Copyright © 2009 - 2010 All Rights Reserved
September 18th & 19th
USNMC Regional Specialty held with the Chattanooga Kennel Club
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October 7, 2010
GSNMC Specialty
Somerset, New Jersey
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October 17. 2010
GSNMC Sweepstakes & Supported Entry
The 2nd Annual
Meet the Breeds Event
Oct. 16th & 17th
The Javits Center, NYC
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~Click here for more details of these events~
USNMC Regional Specialty held with the Chattanooga Kennel Club
~~~~~
October 7, 2010
GSNMC Specialty
Somerset, New Jersey
~~~~~
October 17. 2010
GSNMC Sweepstakes & Supported Entry
The 2nd Annual
Meet the Breeds Event
Oct. 16th & 17th
The Javits Center, NYC
~~~~~
~Click here for more details of these events~
Upcoming Shows
and Events
and Events
Club Announcements
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Notices ~
[Aug. 20, 2010]
2010 Nat'l Specialty Photos
are now online
Click HERE to view
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[July 12, 2010]
Committee News
A club is only as strong as its members! The support of club members is not only a requirement of increasing the strength of any club – but a sign of growth. Different people coming together to share their talents and their expertise is invaluable if one is to grow- not only as a club- but also as individuals dedicated to their breed.
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[July 12, 2010]
Congratulations
to the first Neapolitan
Grand Champion
GCH CH Bruno
Della Vecchia Roma !
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[May 2010]
Congratulations to the 2010 National Champion Cinciripini Fiamma!
This year's Best of Breed was bred and owned by Joe and Lisa Cinciripini. Congratulations to Joe,Lisa and Fiamma!!!
Page for the Full
Notices ~
[Aug. 20, 2010]
2010 Nat'l Specialty Photos
are now online
Click HERE to view
~~~~~~~~~~
[July 12, 2010]
Committee News
A club is only as strong as its members! The support of club members is not only a requirement of increasing the strength of any club – but a sign of growth. Different people coming together to share their talents and their expertise is invaluable if one is to grow- not only as a club- but also as individuals dedicated to their breed.
~~~~~~~~~~
[July 12, 2010]
Congratulations
to the first Neapolitan
Grand Champion
GCH CH Bruno
Della Vecchia Roma !
~~~~~~~~~~
[May 2010]
Congratulations to the 2010 National Champion Cinciripini Fiamma!
This year's Best of Breed was bred and owned by Joe and Lisa Cinciripini. Congratulations to Joe,Lisa and Fiamma!!!
Legislation
For years the media have reported on injuries inflicted by dogs on humans or other animals. The attacks have occurred in a variety of situations and for a variety of reasons. In an attempt to curtail these types of attacks, government officials have adopted a number of measures, including licensing laws, statutes that outlaw organized dogfights, leash laws, mandatory spay and neuter, regulations on how many dog and owner is allowed to have and in recent years Breed-Specific Legislation (BSL). BSL has been embraced by some communities, shunned by others, and strongly opposed by a number of dog owners and canine organizations. A number of breeds have been restricted or banned, including Rottweilers, American Staffordshire Bull Terriers ("Pit Bulls"), Chow Chows, German Shepherd Dogs, and Doberman Pinschers, and the list is growing. Is the Neapolitan Mastiff soon to follow? Read more on BSL and the Neapolitan Mastiff.
There are many dangers involved with BSL. Some people may ignore some of the BSL because "It doesn't involve my breed" today - but - do you realize that once one breed gets on this list - if legislation is passed, other breeds may be added without your ever knowing about it. That is - until it suddenly affects you! It is considered to stand up and fight this unfair legislation BEFORE it affects you.
Today, homeowners are being denied home insurance because of the breed they own - NOT because the dog did anything at all illegal. Some towns will not let you drive through their municipalities if you have a banned breed in your car. Some people have had their dogs physically taken from them - to be later euthanized. Some localities had laws that state you must pay shockingly high license fees, have 8 foot fences, keep a muzzle on your dog, and are not allowed to walk their BSL dogs in public.
Keep in mind that BSL affects dogs based on appearance only. BSL has nothing to do with temperament. Even the AKC relies on DNA test to identify breeds - not so for your local animal control officer or shelter worker. They make "educated" guesses on what breed or breed mix is before them.
BSL provides a "quick fix" that doesn't work in the real world. Promoting responsible dog ownership does work. Perhaps the expression "Ban the deed - not the breed" will take on a new meaning for dog lovers.
For years the media have reported on injuries inflicted by dogs on humans or other animals. The attacks have occurred in a variety of situations and for a variety of reasons. In an attempt to curtail these types of attacks, government officials have adopted a number of measures, including licensing laws, statutes that outlaw organized dogfights, leash laws, mandatory spay and neuter, regulations on how many dog and owner is allowed to have and in recent years Breed-Specific Legislation (BSL). BSL has been embraced by some communities, shunned by others, and strongly opposed by a number of dog owners and canine organizations. A number of breeds have been restricted or banned, including Rottweilers, American Staffordshire Bull Terriers ("Pit Bulls"), Chow Chows, German Shepherd Dogs, and Doberman Pinschers, and the list is growing. Is the Neapolitan Mastiff soon to follow? Read more on BSL and the Neapolitan Mastiff.
There are many dangers involved with BSL. Some people may ignore some of the BSL because "It doesn't involve my breed" today - but - do you realize that once one breed gets on this list - if legislation is passed, other breeds may be added without your ever knowing about it. That is - until it suddenly affects you! It is considered to stand up and fight this unfair legislation BEFORE it affects you.
Today, homeowners are being denied home insurance because of the breed they own - NOT because the dog did anything at all illegal. Some towns will not let you drive through their municipalities if you have a banned breed in your car. Some people have had their dogs physically taken from them - to be later euthanized. Some localities had laws that state you must pay shockingly high license fees, have 8 foot fences, keep a muzzle on your dog, and are not allowed to walk their BSL dogs in public.
Keep in mind that BSL affects dogs based on appearance only. BSL has nothing to do with temperament. Even the AKC relies on DNA test to identify breeds - not so for your local animal control officer or shelter worker. They make "educated" guesses on what breed or breed mix is before them.
BSL provides a "quick fix" that doesn't work in the real world. Promoting responsible dog ownership does work. Perhaps the expression "Ban the deed - not the breed" will take on a new meaning for dog lovers.
What does BSL Accomplish?
What Does BSL NOT Accomplish?
| • | Gives citizens a false sense of security that the dog-bite problem is over. |
| • | Removes needed service and therapy animals from their purpose. |
| • | Removes breeds from law enforcement, and search and rescue personnel. |
| • | Penalizes responsible dog owners who have properly trained and socialized their animals and who have lived in harmony with their communities. |
| • | Shifts resources of Police and Sheriffs departments to dog-catching and enforcement of dog ordinances. |
| • | Imposes additional costs on communities that don't have problems with dog bites or dangerous dogs. |
| • | Forces people using breeds for illicit purposes to shift to another breed. |
| • | "Quick Fix" tacks on additional breeds as time progresses. |
| • | Provides a form of racial profiling. |
| • | Does not solve the dog bite problem. |
| • | Does not stop people from owning so called dangerous breeds. |
| • | Does not stop people from owning targeted breeds. |
| • | Does not materially reduce bites in the population. |
| • | Does not protect the public from Dangerous Dogs. |
| • | Does not provide a rational, reasonable approach for identifying and controlling dangerous dogs. |
| • | Does not teach the most frequent victims - children- how to be safe around dogs. |
Listed below are a few websites that have information on BSL
• www.chako.org
• www.stopbsl.com
• www.naiatrust.org
• www.dogpolitics.com
• www.dpca.org
• www.amrottclub.org
• http://pitbullsthetruth.tripod.com
• www.chako.org
• www.stopbsl.com
• www.naiatrust.org
• www.dogpolitics.com
• www.dpca.org
• www.amrottclub.org
• http://pitbullsthetruth.tripod.com
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How Do You Get Involved With Fighting Legislation Education is the key! Communication and Participation come into their own here two. Here are some steps to take: ~Read More~ |
How Do You Keep Yourself Informed Education is the key! Do your homework! Check out various sources. Don't accept everything that is printed! Listed below are some websites for. ~Read More~ |
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Anti-Dog Legislation Across our country a well-planned, extremely well funded, and exceptionally well-thought out plot has been growing for the past twenty or so years! People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), and the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) are two of the wealthiest, best known names, amongst other groups that are accomplishing a 12-Step Program to eliminate pet ownership. ~Read More~ |
Pennsylvania Legislation's Fine Print HARRISBURG, PA - Legislation targeting kennels and more than a million individual dog owners in Pennsylvania faces a public hearing this coming Thursday before the state House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. The June 12 hearing is scheduled for 10 a.m. in Room 140 at the Main Capitol Building. ~Read More~ |
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