Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

Message edited 1/20/2011 6:57:47 AM.

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

As a pit owner i totally trust Casey not to bite anyone or anything but I still keep an eye out because she is a dog.

We take many precautions because she is a pit and people are scared of her.

I know no one here is blaming the breed but i think owners should be blamed for what their dogs do. Dogs are like children you need to watch them no matter what.

I know in the earlier posts someone said they never heard of a child being mauled by a golden but i did a google search and there are a couple of articles.

If someone wants to say they dont want a pit or they're scared of them or whatever thats totally cool with me, but I feel these dogs do get a bad rap and I do defend them because not every pit is a blood thirsty killer.

I fostered a poodle and he was aggressive. He attacked my husband and broke skin. Yes the dog was small but my husband was terrified of him. So was my pit casey.

ok rant over

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

Any dog can be aggresive. It is not fair to blame one breed. Is it fair to blame one race for the trouble that one person of that race causes? No, right?

Here is an interesting article I found. The link is at the bottom.

Here's a look at the various dog breeds that are considered potentially aggressive.

Chow Chows are one-person dogs that tend to bite without any warning. They are also a bit ferocious around strangers, and can be quite a tenacious fighter. So make sure to discipline this dog and set right from wrong, immediately.
The Papillon is fiercely loyal of their owners - to a fault. They can be quite possessive and standoffish to strangers.
Old English Sheepdogs are very protective of their owners so they might be aggressive if anybody tends to be too close to its owners.
A Llasa Apso often gets cranky around kids.
Rottweilers are extremely protective of their masters.
Chihuahuas aren't too fond of kids. They'd rather be with adults than play around with tots.
Toy Poodles bite people and other animals out of self defense. Unfortunately, 'playing' according to you may be perceived as a form of 'attack' to them.
Dachshunds aren't known for their patience.
Jack Russell Terriers are feisty creatures who require early training to prevent long-term biting and digging problems.
Giant Schnauzers are very dominant. They often challenge adults, particularly strangers.
Cocker Spaniels often suffer from a dangerous genetic disease known as "rage syndrome." This syndrome causes spontaneous violent action against not strangers, but actual family members. Many Spaniels have been put down because of this unwanted behavior. Check with the breeder to ensure your Spaniel is free from this dangerous dog disease.
The Pekingese isn't all that tolerant of strangers.
Miniature Pinschers usually have aggression issues because they've got this "big dog-little body" mind set going on.
Here's a rundown of breeds that are typically gentle but can't shake off their "bad dog" image.

Boxers are pretty good with kids. They are good watchdogs, but will only become aggressive
Bulldogs are very playful and gentle.
Great Danes, while considerable in size, happen to be kind and affectionate.
Mastiffs are especially quiet and docile.
German Shepherds are great with kids too. These are courageous, fiercely loyal dogs who, if trained properly, will be extremely gentle to family and guests.
Rottweilers are also capable of tenderness and affection. They have a bad rep, but if they trust you, you'll never have to worry.

In truth, most pit bulls aren't really as aggressive as they're made out to be. They tend to be loving, gentle and playful. But there are some that have been raised and trained to be highly aggressive. Such pit bulls tend to be more aggressive toward other animals than people. Aggressive pit bulls often have a history of being abused or neglected, and getting trained specifically to fight. Pit bulls that have been mistreated are seen as being extremely dangerous, so avoid them. If you own one, treat it gently and lovingly.

Whether you've got a puppy or a full-grown dog, what's important is that you give it the attention and care it deserves. Recognizing and heeding the warning signs of potential dog aggression problems will make it easier to deal with them at an early stage. When in doubt about something dog-related, consult with a qualified veterinarian and/or animal behaviorist.

http://dogobedienceadvice.com/which_dog_breeds_are_most_aggressive.php

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

I think it's both. The same way you can breed border collies to herd, there are sick people out there who breed pit bulls to fight. They are strong dogs and are quite capable of doing damage. But it is people that breed them to be aggressive or teach them to be aggressive.
Personally I think it should be illegal to breed any dog without a license but I don't think just anybody should be able to own a pit bull or other bully breed. Too many people are attracted to this breed for the wrong reason.

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

Posted by lilqtny

Any dog can be aggresive. It is not fair to blame one breed. Is it fair to blame one race for the trouble that one person of that race causes? No, right?





I totally agree. It is wrong to assume thta one breed is more aggreesive or dangerous than any other. They are all dogs, they are all animals.

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

I just have to respond to this thread because I have been around so many "dangerous" breeds that I can't control myself. and this is going to be loooong.

Any breed can be dangerous, and yes you rarely hear of the golden that mauled a child. But, the problem is that most Pits (I'm using this because it's the main problem right now) are bred to fight by stupid, selfish people. So, yes they tend to be more dangerous, especially since breeding and fighting pits is so "popular" right now. There are soooooooo many of these dogs, so not only are they being trained to fight but they are also being extremely inbred which leads to even more problems. But, it always comes back to the owners...People are the caretakers of these animals. People are supposed to see if there are any signs of aggression and not turn their back on it. People are supposed to train their dogs and shower them with love so they never become nervous and/or fearful. But people don't...they stick their heads in the sand, the get dogs and then tie them up in the yards for days/weeks at a time, they give these animals who would love nothing more than a pat on the head and a walk absolutely nothing except maybe food and water. And then they wonder why the dogs get nasty.
I'm not saying that there aren't dogs who have a chemical imbalance, of course there are and they have to be treated accordingly. But the majority of dogs are not like that. I have seen my cousin's autistic son walk on their pit while she was sleeping and she didn't even react, my BF has had rotties her whole adult life and has had three children around them and not one of them has so much as growled at any of those kids, I had a Dobie before Misty and he was the biggest mush ever...and of course there's Misty - who is the most standoffish, uppity dog I've ever seen. Yet my son throws himself all over her, takes her toys away when she's chewing them, has gone over to her food/water while she's eating, the list goes on and on. We watch them like hawks when they are together, but she has never snapped at him - not once....

So, it's all on the owners and not the dogs....

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

coming from someone who has a pit in the family, i know why you feel so apprehensive.. but like all the pp's said, a dog is an animal that can be trained to respond in a certain way, maybe more so that humans..

my cousin's pit is the most loveliest dog you could ever ever meet.. my nieces and nephews adore her to pieces and my cousin jokes that she is their other mommy but of course we never leave her unsupervised or unattended with the kids or when there are new people around..

i wish owners who take in these "strong" breeds are mentally and physically with it and understand that how their dog reacts is basically a mirror reflection of them..

Re: "Dangerous Dog Breeds"....owners who say not my dog...no blame on breed, just owners.

sorry, since this thread was moved and i don't have a pet-i forgot all about it.

my new mace gun came in the mail for walks. I wanted to get one anyway, I have seen 2 coyotes out.

Also have a small club to keep under stroller.
It is all so silly.