An increase in fines is a good start but in my opinion more has to be done to change behaviour. These people should be banned from owning dogs completely. Now I understand that the logistics involved in implementing and monitoring this would be a huge commitment, but a straight monetary penalty will never be enough of a deterrence. It seems to me, most of the owners of these poorly trained and maintained animals aren't usually the type to actually pay the restitution/fines.
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