Let's remember one thing here.....

First it was German Shepards

Then it was Dobermans

Then it was Rottweilers

Now it's Pit Bulls

The problem is that people are not trained on how to handle a dog that is strong and powerful and bred a certain way. It truly is NOT a dogs fault. At least that is my belief. It always comes down to the owner.

A responsible owner reads up and researches everything they can about whatever breed they are interested in. Then they look into training and how best to have control over their pet. It is when the pet's needs are not being met by the owner that troubles occur.

A dog never attacks for no reason whatsoever. There is always a sign that is given, it is up to the owners to understand what those signs are. Sometimes they are very visible, sometimes they are just a small tilt of the head, look in the eye, position of their ears, position of their body or a sound that can alert us to what is about to happen. These things are not breed specific, they are dog specific.

I wouldn't hesitate to own a pitbull, shepard, doberman or rottweiler (which I've had 3 of in the past). As with ANY dog, they are awesome and loveable and funny and fantastic parts of our families. But, as I stated, the responsibility lies with the owners of such strong breeds to make sure folks are safe around them.

I'll get off my soapbox now.

Now I'll put my admin hat on. Please folks, let's remember that we may not all agree and we all have our own thoughts, ideas, experiences that create our beliefs. Let's be respectful of each other in our disagreements please.

Thanks!