Veterinarian Says Breed Bans Aren't The Solution

Despite recent attacks by three pit bull terriers near Cary, and numerous other Chicago-area maulings from the breed, a Rolling Meadows veterinarian says banning these dogs is not the way to reduce these incidents.

Dr. Joanne Carlson, president of Chicago Veterinary Medical Association, believes instead that a more stringent law that penalizes the owners of overly aggressive dogs is a better solution.

Carlson said the bad behavior of pit bulls, particularly non-neutered males, is largely a result of how their owners socialize them.

EXACTLY RIGHT!