Dogs are like people....they're individuals. I don't care what breed it is, how large or small it is or whether it's ears are cute and floppy or pointed. They're all individuals and the reality is there are those that are happy-go-lucky and those that are just plain nasty - with the majority falling somewhere inbetween.
The thing that will reduce attacks is owners being realistic. By this I mean a) they keep control over their dogs at all times and b) not taking their dog's behavior for granted. As an example, Jake is a wonderful dog who would stay in the yard 99% of the time. We found out he could crawl under our fence though. Being responsible, a new fence that he couldn't get under was in order and it was done.
Jake is nervous of strangers. This means when someone tries to pet him without asking, I intervein before Jake reacts in a potentially agressive manner. I don't let Jake off the leash unless we're completely alone and I have about 200' of visiblity in all directions....and it's not because I think Jake would attack someone minding their own business....it's because I'm not going to take that chance.
The fact of the matter is we as dog owners have to be responsible for our dogs AND the people who are in contact with our dogs. The sooner dog owners get that, the sooner attacks will decline.
The thing that will reduce attacks is owners being realistic. By this I mean a) they keep control over their dogs at all times and b) not taking their dog's behavior for granted. As an example, Jake is a wonderful dog who would stay in the yard 99% of the time. We found out he could crawl under our fence though. Being responsible, a new fence that he couldn't get under was in order and it was done.
Jake is nervous of strangers. This means when someone tries to pet him without asking, I intervein before Jake reacts in a potentially agressive manner. I don't let Jake off the leash unless we're completely alone and I have about 200' of visiblity in all directions....and it's not because I think Jake would attack someone minding their own business....it's because I'm not going to take that chance.
The fact of the matter is we as dog owners have to be responsible for our dogs AND the people who are in contact with our dogs. The sooner dog owners get that, the sooner attacks will decline.
I was talking to my dad about how statistically dangerous pit bulls are (he's afraid of them, I was trying to tell him that pit bulls can be good dogs) and he says that the more important thing is how much damage is done per bite. Sure, a lab could bite but there bite isn't as powerful. Also, the 7 year study could be based on all the dogs overall. You need to have a set number for each breed, if that makes sense.
Difficult to explain. That being said, I'm still on the pitbulls side.
Difficult to explain. That being said, I'm still on the pitbulls side.
colliekid said:
I was talking to my dad about how statistically dangerous pit bulls are (he's afraid of them, I was trying to tell him that pit bulls can be good dogs) and he says that the more important thing is how much damage is done per bite. Sure, a lab could bite but there bite isn't as powerful. Also, the 7 year study could be based on all the dogs overall. You need to have a set number for each breed, if that makes sense.
Difficult to explain. That being said, I'm still on the pitbulls side.
Difficult to explain. That being said, I'm still on the pitbulls side.
I saw this site yestweday and thought it was great
http://www.sorryagain.com/sorry1.htm
This forum is great too.
http://p205.ezboard.com/bdogcommunity
I have so much admiration for these people for what they have to go through for their dogs. Many of them are in canada and it is sick that they can ban a breed. What stops them from doing it to every large breed. My dog will NEVER wear a muzzle. You can not single out one breed. Soon so many breeds will be added that we will only be allowed to own fluffy little dogs that nip anyway. If you own any dog that can be looked at as dangeroues you need to pay attention to this stuff nad not let it happen in your town.
Its funny cuz I sat my grandma down the other day and showed her some stuff after she said they shuold be banned by her because one of the families down the street has one. I couldn't believie she would say that owning three shar peis so I showed her all the places that do not allow them,like apartments and how they were on lists of waiting to be banned and she quickly changed her tune. She loves my dobe too but thinks its odd hes so nice Her sharpeis would tear some one apart quicker than any pit I've ever met. I've always wondered why they weren't fought more. I'm glad they weren't and I love them to death but I know they could do the same damage as a pit if not more. Her last rescue is a little nutty and had no hair when she got it and she waas all offended when someone asked if it was a pit.
this was great too http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?i=130060&j=t
http://www.sorryagain.com/sorry1.htm
This forum is great too.
http://p205.ezboard.com/bdogcommunity
I have so much admiration for these people for what they have to go through for their dogs. Many of them are in canada and it is sick that they can ban a breed. What stops them from doing it to every large breed. My dog will NEVER wear a muzzle. You can not single out one breed. Soon so many breeds will be added that we will only be allowed to own fluffy little dogs that nip anyway. If you own any dog that can be looked at as dangeroues you need to pay attention to this stuff nad not let it happen in your town.
Its funny cuz I sat my grandma down the other day and showed her some stuff after she said they shuold be banned by her because one of the families down the street has one. I couldn't believie she would say that owning three shar peis so I showed her all the places that do not allow them,like apartments and how they were on lists of waiting to be banned and she quickly changed her tune. She loves my dobe too but thinks its odd hes so nice
Her sharpeis would tear some one apart quicker than any pit I've ever met. I've always wondered why they weren't fought more. I'm glad they weren't and I love them to death but I know they could do the same damage as a pit if not more. Her last rescue is a little nutty and had no hair when she got it and she waas all offended when someone asked if it was a pit.this was great too http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?i=130060&j=t
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I couldn't even watch part of the video,, I am in tears.. How can people be so cruel.. people who do this to a dog or any animal should be shot!! Dogs are here in this earth to our best friend.. I know my babies .. THEY DON'T CARE WHAT I LOOK LIKE, THEY DON'T CARE IF IN AM IN A BAD MOOD. THEY DON'T CARE IF I DON'T PAY ATTENTION TO THEM AT TIMES
THEY LOVE US NO MATTER WHAT.. WHEN I AM SAD THEY ARE THERE TO PUT THEIR HEAD UNDER MY ARM AND SAY THATS OK MOMMY WE LOVE YOU.. THEY ARE ALWAYS HAPPY TO SEE ME.. THEY ARE THERE WITH A COLD WET NOSE RUBBING AGAINST ME TO SAY HI WITH A TAIL GOING A HUNDERD MILES AN HOUR.. THEY ARE FORGIVING..How could any one be so mean and hatefull as to treat a dog that way.. I will never understand.. I believe that when they go to their Maker when their day has come to an end that they will pay for the cruelty for all eternity.. May they burn in He--!
How can people be so cruel.. people who do this to a dog or any animal should be shot!! Dogs are here in this earth to our best friend.. I know my babies .. THEY DON'T CARE WHAT I LOOK LIKE, THEY DON'T CARE IF IN AM IN A BAD MOOD. THEY DON'T CARE IF I DON'T PAY ATTENTION TO THEM AT TIMESTHEY LOVE US NO MATTER WHAT.. WHEN I AM SAD THEY ARE THERE TO PUT THEIR HEAD UNDER MY ARM AND SAY THATS OK MOMMY WE LOVE YOU.. THEY ARE ALWAYS HAPPY TO SEE ME.. THEY ARE THERE WITH A COLD WET NOSE RUBBING AGAINST ME TO SAY HI WITH A TAIL GOING A HUNDERD MILES AN HOUR.. THEY ARE FORGIVING..How could any one be so mean and hatefull as to treat a dog that way.. I will never understand.. I believe that when they go to their Maker when their day has come to an end that they will pay for the cruelty for all eternity.. May they burn in He--!