The deadline for owners of pit bulls and dogs of similar breeds to apply for a special permit is fast approaching.
Owners have less than a week with the due date set for March 31.
In addition, a bylaw requires that pit-bull-type dogs must wear a muzzle when outside, be supervised by an adult and must be kept on a leash no longer than 1.25 metres.
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Some dog owners don’t believe these steps are necessary.
“The problem is not the dog — the problem is the owner,” dog owner Simon Trottier said.
The City of Montreal insists they’ve done what they can to keep the population safe.
“The city has done everything in its power to avoid those dangers,” City of Montreal spokesperson Philippe Sabourin said.
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Those who need to apply for the special permit have been feeling the effects of the bylaw.
Failure to apply for the special permit or to ignore the bylaw can result in hefty fines and an owner’s dog can be seized.