Omaha, Nebraska - Omaha Won't Ban Pit Bulls - Mayor Mike Fahey has decided not to ban pit bulls. Instead the city is planning to go after what are known as "potentially dangerous animals" trying to stop dog attacks before they start. Potentially dangerous animals include all pit bulls, and any breed that injures, chases, or acts menacing. Judy Varner is the Executive Director of the Humane Society, "These are dogs who haven't bit yet, these are dogs who are showing the propensity to bite." Any dog labeled as potentially dangerous wouldn't be allowed out, unless it's on a short leash and muzzled.

Omaha, Nebraska - Humane Society Wants Public's Help To Mark Aggressive Dogs - First Public Hearing On Proposal Is Sept. 9 - While trying to define his plan for a proposal covering the city's dangerous dogs, Omaha Mayor Mike Fahey said he was initially leaning toward a complete ban. But the new restrictions may actually be more aggressive, according to the Humane Society. One of the more aggressive facets of the proposal is the dangerous label applied to any dog who acts aggressively, even if it hasn't bitten yet. According to the proposal, a dog can be labeled dangerous when it acts overly aggressive in public or approaches people with an apparent attack attitude. The Humane Society counts on the public to report such incidents.

Greenwood, AR - City Talks Animal Control - Greenwood officials spent about an hour Monday night discussing animal control needs with residents, then adjourned the study meeting with a promise of another sometime next week. By the end of the meeting, most city officials and attending residents agreed they wanted an ordinance that dealt with vicious dogs, but not a breed-specific ordinance.

Grand Island, Nebraska - Animal Advisory Board: No dog breed ban in Grand Island - While the Nebraska cities of Osceola and Minden have added dog breed bans to their city laws this summer, Grand Island will not pursue such a ban. The Animal Advisory Board met on Monday and was adamant that a ban on any dog breed not become a part of the Grand Island city code.

Minden, Nebraska - clarifies its pit bull ban - The city council has defined what it means to be a "pit bull" in Minden. The new ordinance defines pit bulls as any of the dogs "commonly referred to" as pit bull dog, the American pit bull terrier and American Staffordshire terrier.

Hall County, Nebraska - Hall County looks into pit bull ban - A growing number of Nebraska cities are considering bans on pit bulls. Osceola has one. Hastings, Holdrege, and Omaha are all looking into it. Could Hall County be next? ... Pit bull owners News 5 has spoken to in the last few weeks all say if a pit bull ban ever went into effect, they would actually move to a different city. Please send your polite and respectful opposition to breed specific legislation to the Board of Supervisors through the board assistant, Stacey Ruzika at staceyr@hallcountyne.gov or 308-385-5093 or via the Hall County Clerk. Please encourage the Board to strengthen their current ordinances and focus on irresponsible dog owners - not particular breeds of dogs.

Greenwood, Arkansas - Greenwood Officials Drafting New Pet Laws - The city of Greenwood soon will be discussing proposed changes to it's pet ordinance. One provision calls for the ban of all pit bulls within city limits.

Ralston, NE - Pit bulls in Ralston can breathe easier - The city has shelved talk of banning the controversial dogs. City Attorney Mark Klinker said that after Ralston talked of prohibiting the breed, City Hall received a barrage of public feedback, the majority of which urged the city to not ban a specific breed of dog. Mayor Don Groesser said the matter would not be on future City Council agendas. "I see no reason to bring it back,'' he said.

Missouri - HB 1777 Neglect is Abuse, Too - HB 1777 will make it easier to prosecute animal abusers. Current law demands that "substantial harm" must be done to an animal before a perpetrator can be found guilty of animal neglect. This requirement makes it very difficult to prosecute starvation cases. However, HB 1777 provides that a custodian and/or owner of an animal is guilty of animal neglect if he or she negligently fails to provide adequate care or adequate control. Click HERE for more information.

Wow! What a dynamic duo these two are! They began volunteering for MPR as a foster home and are currently fostering Xander.

The depth of their caring and commitment is evident in the things they do for MPR! They are always there and willing to help where there is the most need. Some of their activities are, but not limited to: fostering, attending training sessions with their foster dog, organizing and attending events, providing home baked dog treats to raise money, and lets not forget the delicious Hot Dogs that Prophet grills for people coming to meet our dogs at events. If that wasn't enough, these two have also provided a pool for Harmony's much needed hydrotherapy sessions as she heals from hip surgery.

Kelly and Prophett 's caring, hard work and commitment are such an asset to MPR and we are so very fortunate and thankful to have them both on board. You guys ROCK!!!

~ MPR Volunteers