I understand your situation...I have the same problem. We have a "No Pit Bull Allowed" subdivision and one of the homeowners here
rented their home to a couple with a pit bull. I am extremely upset and terrified because, as much as we love our new house, we would have n e v e r chosen to live anywhere that allowed 'potentially' dangerous dogs.
Because our subdivision is new and because of the economy, we have a lot of homes here that are not occupied which means no HOA (Home Owners Association), yet. The builder is acting on behalf of the HOA. I have spoken to the builder on a weekly basis, I have pictures of that dog outside without a leash, I have written letters and spoken to animal control, I have called the police and I first and foremost, spoke with the renter who owns the dog. At first (in December of 08) she said that she didn't know about the bylaw and would find a new home for her dog, but she did not!!! He is still there. She said that he was really friendly and wouldn't hurt a fly. I am in the process of looking for an attorney to find out what my rights are because it is stated in the bylaws, and filed in court, about this law.
My other neighbors have Yorkies, Poodles and Dashunds. They are upset as well. We are afraid to walk our dogs here now. When I do, my husband comes with us or I will take Prince out after the Pit Bull's owner leaves for work. (I always have my cell with me incase I have to call for help!)
Not all Pit Bulls are bad, but ALL have the potential to be extremely dangerous. Most of the problem have to do with genetics a n d how they were raised. Some breeders mate males and females from the same litter = neurological problems, most of the time. Almost every month I hear about someone's life forever changed because of a Pit Bull.
Good luck and keep this info with you: Animal Control
100 S Washington St
Ardmore, OK 73401
580) 856-3534
just in case.