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The controversy surrounding pit bulls - the breed and their owners

  A recent horrific attack on a young girl by pit bulls has increased calls for banning or severely regulating the dogs. At the same time, many municipalities here and across the country are eliminating breed-specific regulations. Joining us today to discuss the controversy surrounding the animals and their owners, and whether breed specific regulations are effective, are Katy Blanton, co-founder of the , a ?pit bull? dog education, advocacy, and rescue organization,  , a certified professional dog trainer, and from in Littleton, Colorado. Dr. Suzanne Hetts and Dr. Daniel Estep.

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Maryanne Zeleznik joined WVXU in 2005 and is responsible for all news and public affairs programming. She also hosts Morning Edition Monday through Friday.