Canine Advocate
Melanie Coy has been a pit bull fancier for 29 years. She's also been involved in obedience and other training and showing animals. Coy became involved in animal legislative issues in the mid-80s to dispel myths about the pit bull breed and fight against breed-specific laws. She advocates responsible dog ownership through training and educational programs, and helps shelters make dogs more adoptable.
The Power In Our Hands
Posted Sunday, October 2, 2011, at 6:44 AM
Fall has always signaled the imminent close of another year for me. At this time of year training sessions begin to wind down because the days are getting shorter and the activities of the educational front begin to take center stage. I use most invitations to fund raisers as an opportunity to show what Pit Bulls should be and allow the public to have a glimpse into why I am so dedicated to this breed...
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