‘Deeds not breeds’ Scots animal charity demands end to forced euthanasia of some dogs
dailyrecord.co.ukdog who come into care to be reviewed after 30 years.The Scottish SPCA says the Dangerous Dogs Act forces them to put down any Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino and Fila Brasileiro or American pit bull that it comes across, regardless of the animal's temperament or suitability for adoption.The charity says the bill, which came into force on August 12 1991, is "not fit for purpose".They insist parts should be scrapped so dogs are judged on "deeds not breeds", meaning dogs would be put down only if they had attacked someone and the group are urging members of the public to sign its petition asking for a review.Scottish SPCA chief superintendent Mike Flynn said: "While we fully support legislation to protect the public, we believe any breed of dog.
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