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Title	Author	Citation	Summary
Overview of Municipal Animal Control Ordinances	Rebecca F. Wisch	Animal Legal & Historical Center	This overview discusses the power of municipalities to enact ordinances. It then highlights some common subjects for animal care and control within municipal codes.
Brief Summary of Dog Bite Laws	Rebecca F. Wisch	Animal Legal & Historical Center	This brief overview examines the basic provisions of most state dog bite laws, including the traditional elements of negligence and principles of strict liability.
Brief Summary of Landlord Liability for Injury by Tenant's Animals	Rebecca F. Wisch	Animal Legal & Historical Center	This brief overview discusses when and how a landlord may be liable for injuries caused by a tenant's animal. In short, it outlines what constitutes negligence for a landlord in such circumstances for most jurisdictions.
Brief Summary of Local and State Dog Laws	Rebecca F. Wisch	Animal Legal & Historical Center	This summary examines the nature and authority of state and local dog laws. It also describes the general subjects included in dog laws, such as loose dogs and impoundment procedures. The concept of preemption of local laws is also defined.
Brief Summary of Breed Specific Laws	Rebecca F. Wisch	Animal Legal & Historical Center	This article provides a brief summary of breed-specific legislation and the legal challenges to such laws.

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