This beloved young dog, Max, is facing an unjust situation. Under the Dangerous Dog Act, Max is being prematurely judged due to his physical appearance without evaluation of his behavior or temperament. As a puppy, he is too young to be reliably evaluated under the Act's guidelines, and thus, it's distressingly unfair.

Max's rescue are dedicated and caring, promising to ensure that he is properly trained and securely contained, to safeguard both Max and the community at large. It is pertinent to remember that no animal deserves to be condemned simply based on what they look like. The emotional trauma this is causing to those who have cared for Max' and the wider community it has who consider him a family member, is immeasurable. 

Statistically, breed-specific legislation, like the Dangerous Dogs Act, has not resulted in lower rates of dog bite-related incidents, according to a report by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Instead, these laws breed discrimination and result in innocent dogs, like Max, being put to risk unfairly.

We urge the Lisburn and castlereagh council to make an exemption for Max, as he does not pose any verified threat. Please remember, with proper training and responsible ownership dogs, regardless of their breed, can live peacefully within communal settings.

Sign our petition to support Max and bring justice to his case. The consideration you show today may be the catalyst saving countless dogs from unjust condemnation in the future.