need info about Tenn. (insurance, living in, pit bulls)

[little_sis47]

Hi, I've been thinking of relocating to east Tenn. I have 1 sister and 1 brother living in that area. Also I have 1 sister in west Tenn. They all moved there from Calif. Now they want me to move there. My problem is I have 2 pit-bull dogs who were raised with only love. They are more like lap dogs. My brother tells me there is a dislike of these dogs in your state. Is he telling me the truth. I love the idea of moving out there but I would never give up any member of my family to move anywere. Could some one out there fill me in?

[daniellefort]

I don't live in TN yet but I would just keep them under control in your yard and not let them be running free. Maybe put a fence up for them if you feel more secure that nobody would see them. I just wouldn't let something like that keep me from making a move especially to be closer to family though i have 3 dogs myself and consider them part of the family as well. Maybe someone who lives in TN can give their opinion on the matter to help answer your question.

[alleycat]

There have been some incidences with pit bulls here. I think a few counties have imposed restrictions on having them such as having a secure, locked fence. I believe a couple of counties may have banned them outright, but I'm not completely sure about that.

Sorry, but I agree with the restrictions, not because of the dogs themselves but because of the irresponsible owners.

[mtnmom]

well, you'll pay more for insurance if they insure you at all. sorry. pit bulls have a bad reputation. in every state -not just tn- as i've heard. misconception of dogs in tn -you can't turn them loose to potty- they may not come back! and if they were to scare someone into a heart attack or heaven forbid bite someone or cause an accident - the owner will be held accountable. just the facts and nothing against the breed or owner. i'm a animal lover myself.