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Are Breed Bans the Right Move for Your Property? As a property manager or landlord, you know the challenges that come with keeping your community safe and compliant with ever evolving regulations. One of the most complex issues to navigate is breed bans. Some states, local jurisdictions, insurance companies, and apartment complexes have banned certain dog breeds, classifying them as "aggressive." But is this approach effective, and what does it mean for your property?

Join Us for an Essential Webinar on Breed Bans and Animal Safety. In this session, we’ll help you understand the implications of breed bans, so you can make informed decisions while protecting your property, staff, and residents. 

Key Topics:

• Jurisdiction and Insurance Policy Insights: What happens if you have residents with a breed that's banned by your jurisdiction or insurer? How should you handle accommodation requests for disability related animals on the banned list?
• The Effectiveness of Breed Bans: Are these policies truly effective at reducing bites and attacks, or do they create new risks, including general liability and fair housing claims?
• Bite Mechanics and Breeds at Risk: Understanding bite mechanics, identifying which breeds are most commonly banned, and knowing how to protect your community effectively
• Bonus Safety Tips: Learn important “critter communication” techniques to enhance safety for you and your team when interacting with animals on your property—whether they’re pets, service animals, or assistance animals

Why Should You Attend?

This informative session will provide the knowledge you need to address these challenging issues confidently. You’ll be able to:

• Appreciate the growing demand for animal friendly housing and understand the number of animals in American households
• Identify breed bans imposed by jurisdictions and insurance companies, and explore your responsibilities and options
• Discuss the effectiveness of breed bans with a focus on expert insights from animal rights groups and legal professionals
• Make decisions on whether to implement breed bans on your property while considering safety, liability, and fair housing concerns
• Understand how to interpret animal body language to prevent incidents and ensure a safer environment for all

Who Should Attend:

• Leasing and Onsite Managers
• Portfolio Managers
• Compliance Officers
• Resident Services Coordinators
• Community Concierges
• Independent Landlords
• Maintenance Supervisors
• Homeowners Association and Community Managers
  
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to protect your property and staff while creating a welcoming, safe environment for all residents.

This approach gives a thorough overview of the webinar while highlighting the practical and legal implications of breed bans, ensuring your target audience understands the value of attending.