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Resisting Stereotypes and Bans: True then, Truer now.

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Dealing with hate-think and discrimination  is familiar turf for many pit bull owners. We�ve become pros at navigating situations where fear-based judgment can pose real threats to our canine family members. We fight breed bans by wearing thick skins and arming ourselves with facts to help educate, and we participate in creating effective animal laws and policies that reflect contemporary science while embracing canines as the individuals that they are. The animal welfare community as a whole has done beautiful work to disarm the stigmas and stereotypes attached to blocky headed dogs, and trends are swinging towards game changing Owner Support programs that are fueled by empathy for families in our communities. We�re evolving � At least in some corners. In recent months,  some of our rescue partners have been hit with a different form of stereotyping crisis in their personal lives.  As animal advocates,  they�ve been heroes.  But as immigrants,  they�re in the crosshairs of danger