In a panel discussion on April 12, experts discussed the racial implications of breed restrictions and the perceived cultural ties between certain dog breeds and Communities of Color.
Whether the majority of people within the industry realize it or not, dog breed restrictions are rooted in discrimination against people.
Principle, Ako Brokerage Services, LLC
Founder of Ako Insurance Consulting, LLC, #1000blackinterns, Black Men of the Insurance Industry Initiative, Black Women of the Insurance Industry Initiative Co-Founder of HBCU I.M.P.A.C.T.TM The Trilogy
Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law
Expert in Animal Law, Environmental Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law, and Property. Faculty sponsor: Animal Law Society | Environmental Law Society, at South Texas. Co-sponsor: Hispanic Law Students’ Association
Research Fellow, Harvard Law School
Wildlife and Live Animal Markets Fellow at Havard Law. Author of The Black Man’s Dog: The Social Context of Breed Specific Legislation. Masters of Science in Animals and Public Policy.
Risk Advisor, Ivan Hudson Agency
Owner of a risk-based solutions firm. Specializing in educating clients on the importance of transferring risk from their businesses and households.
At Animal Farm Foundation, we believe that all dogs, no matter how old they are, deserve to feel safe, cherished and loved. That’s why we
What breed of dog is that? As a dog owner, this is the top question I get when I go anywhere with my dogs. My
Our program is helping hundreds of families in our region – and is a a great resource for families with pets and animal shelter staff looking to help keep pets in homes
In December 2022, three dogs named Jambo, Ernie, and Miss Pearl left the Miami-Dade Shelter on a journey to Animal Farm Foundation in New York. Despite their good behavior, their appearance as “pit bull” mixes made finding homes for them challenging in Miami-Dade due to breed-specific restrictions. However, a recent bill passed in Florida will eliminate these restrictions, promoting equitable and inclusive dog adoption practices starting from October 2023. This legislation signifies a significant stride towards giving all dogs an equal opportunity to find loving homes.
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Animal Farm Foundation (AFF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization built on the principle that all dogs are individuals. Our Foundation relies on science-based information about animal behavior and public policy, including breed-specific legislation and housing insurance discrimination, derived from our subsidiary National Canine Research Council. AFF’s team offers regional and national initiatives that support dogs and the people who care for them in their communities.
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