The problem with this picture is not the dog. The dog is fine. He looks like he’s doing his job as the head security doggy on the property. No; the problem is those heavy locks and chains around his neck. They shouldn’t be there. If a person doesn’t have a decent fenced in yard for their dogs then they shouldn’t have them.
Looks like a good dog otherwise.
Perhaps the bigger issue is personal responsibility.
Most good natured laws were enacted to primarily protect the public at large. In some places it’s laws against tall grass to discourage rodents and fire. Other laws are to encourage decency when people need more encouragement to be good neighbors ; such as no loud music after “normal” hours. In both instances there is a restriction to freedom. That is oneof the many shortcomings with living in urban areas.
In the case of dangerous things, such as storing large amounts of fuel, chemicals, animals, or could be a case of protecting the public from an individual who isn’t financially or otherwise preparedfor the outcome of their actions. Still though, it’s a restriction on a persons freedom.
I am a HUGE supporter of personal freedoms. Likely WAY past libertarian, straight to John Locke or Tho Paine, perhaps more.
The issue is personal responsibility. Few people in our society want and/or are able to be responsible. To me that’s why this issue is so problematic. Similar to legalized and unfettered controls on drugs or other substances. We should demand accountability with freedom. Without it society pays. That is not freedom from the standpoint that now society bears the brunt of the mess.
Outright ban or registration violates the basic tenets of true freedom, however when something horrible occurs are people stepping up and owning their drama? The cops are looking for the owner because no one is owning up to consequence of this incident.
Perhaps insurance or a bond requirement would be a starting point. Insurance companies already have limitations on what they will cover for their clients, perhaps this is what is appropriate.
I’m sorry that here on FR this subject and it’s discussion devolved to personal attacks.