Fatal dog attack raises questions about Alberta pit bull ban

Fatal dog attack raises questions about Alberta pit bull ban

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Another fatal dog attack is reigniting the controversial conversation about pit bulls. They’re banned in Montreal, Winnipeg and a number of other municipalities across the country. Should Alberta follow suit?

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