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Poll: Should restricted dogs be kept as family pets?

Meath councillor Alan Tobin has caused a fracas by saying he is “absolutely delighted” about a sign warning about certain breeds.

MEATH COUNCILLOR ALAN Tobin has caused a major dispute online by writing on Facebook that he is “absolutely delighted” a sign warning about certain dog breeds has been erected in his constituency.

Reacting to the comments, Páraic ÓSúilleabháin, a PhD researcher in dog bites at NUI Galway, said that targeting dog breeds is a research method that is “at least 20 years out of date”.

This morning we are asking: Should restricted dogs be kept as family pets?


Poll Results:

Yes (18672)
No (11566)
Not sure (1904)

Read: Local councillor creates online storm with Facebook post on restricted dog breeds

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