What makes one dog breed get a reputation for being more dangerous than others? Should you be more cautious around specific breeds? And does a dog’s breed even matter, or is it always a case of bad training?
Let’s explore some of the world’s most dangerous dogs together. You’ll also learn about what makes us think of certain dog breeds as dangerous. Additionally, we’ll cover the role and history of dog training in building these reputations.
There are a number of reasons people tend to think of certain dog breeds as more dangerous than others. Not all reasons are valid in the same way: Some are hard statistics, others are personal experiences. But they all can play an important role in our understanding of these animals and our discussion about what might make some more dangerous than others.
Here are some of the reasons we tend to consider certain dogs to be the most dangerous dog breeds:
Let’s focus more on that last reason, as I believe it can have the most impact.
Whether it’s right or wrong for us to judge a dog breed based on our limited experiences and the stories we hear about them, it’s something most of us do on some level (myself included). So I’d like to share some personal stories and how they’ve affected me (or not affected me, though you might think it should have).
We saw this in your comments on the original list. For example, we had people saying Pit Bulls aren’t dangerous because their own experiences with the breed have been pleasant. Others shared experiences on the other side of the spectrum.
Personally, I come in somewhere in the middle. I’m not naive enough to think that breed alone makes all pit bulls dangerous or more vicious than other dogs. But I’m also not naive enough to ignore the evidence that this breed has a history of causing more frequent and more serious injuries than most, if not all, others.
Clearly the breed plays some role. Some breeds lean toward different temperaments, or have different loyalties. These might make them great with their own families but naturally suspicious of strangers or other animals or even small children, who have less self-restraint than adults.
Personal experience is also a factor, though. My brother has a small dog. He took the dog outside at his apartment building into the parking lot. Another neighbor was outside with their Pit Bull. It wasn’t on a leash (while this is a requirement, going unleashed isn’t terribly uncommon around here). By all measures the dog would have seemed like a normal, calm family pet.
Until it saw my brother’s dog.
It immediately charged at them and grabbed his dog by the throat. There was no provocation, no unusual noise, and they were across the lot — not close to the pit bull’s owner in any way. My brother was able to rescue his dog by lifting the Pit Bull and literally prying its mouth open (which, by the way, is a stupid thing to do — please don’t ever follow that example). The dog let go and his dog was okay after being treated for its injuries. The Pit Bull then latched onto my brother’s arm though. Again, he was okay after being treated, but the wound wasn’t insignificant. It could have been far worse.
That puts me in that middle ground territory I mentioned before. Personal experience with this breed is terrible. There was no warning sign that the owner trained this dog to attack or fight. In fact, the aggression caught its owner completely off-guard. It just snapped at the sight of a smaller dog. That kind of sudden reaction is far from unheard of with this breed.
But that said, I don’t fault an entire breed (in the case of Pit Bulls, actually three different breeds) for the actions of that single dog. The lack of predictability of some breeds would make them “more dangerous” in my view. But the same goes for poor training and bad behavior by an owner (like allowing any breed with known issues with children or other animals to run free without a leash).
This is far from the only example I could give. Saint Bernards are also sometimes cited as some of the most dangerous dogs. But they’re also known for being calm-tempered and being good with kids. It’s their fierce loyalty that can be an issue.
A family member had one years ago. That dog was a great dog for most of its life. It even helped to stop a burglar in the family’s building. But years later it lunged at another family member who the dog knew for its entire life. They came to visit, and out of the blue the dog lunged and went for her eye. She’s still terrified of the breed to this day (and understandably so after an experience like that).
We can’t explain the unprovoked attack. It might have been a breeding issue. The dog might have been having a bad day in some way. We just don’t know. I understand her fear of the breed. But it’s not one I hold myself as a result — perhaps because I didn’t see it first-hand.
I personally own a mixed breed dog — Border Collie mixed with a Lab. At this stage in her life, I would also consider her to be a dangerous dog, especially around children. She is in no way violent. She’s great with cats and other dogs.
She’s still at that point where she’s young, wants to play all the time, and she doesn’t realize her own size or strength. The hyper aspect is specific to breeds. Both Labs and Border Collies can be very high strung, especially in their first couple of years.
Neighbors and family members don’t want her playing with their tiny dogs, and I think that’s understandable. And I wouldn’t take her out to play with small children for fear that she’d accidentally hurt them by jumping up or knocking them over as she tries to play. Being dangerous isn’t always a case of being naturally vicious, and that’s why so much falls onto the owner. It’s our responsibility to make sure our dogs aren’t put into situations where they’re more likely to cause harm.
If you’ve had experiences that have shaped your own views of what makes for a dangerous dog breed, let us know in the comments. Tell us what happened and whether or not you think it’s a fair way to judge a larger group of dogs based on the action (or actions) you’ve seen first-hand, and why.
Now let’s get to our original list of some of the seemingly most dangerous dogs, based on breeds. Now that you know why certain breeds have earned their “most dangerous dogs” reputations, can you think of others that might also have a similar history? Tell us in the comments.
Every person that I know deeply cares about his or her pets. They are their best friends. They tenderly love each other. Sometimes they eat together, sleep together, and go for walks together.
I’m more of a cat person, but I can’t sit still when I see little puppies or big dogs with big soft fur. I want to hug them, play with them, and give them some of my love and tenderness too. I’ve also seen many adult dogs of different breeds worth praise and true admiration. They are clever, sociable, and funny when you want to play; calm and patient with kids.
And they’re something I can’t credit cats with: They are faithful.
Personally, I don’t know any dog that would bite without warning or just snap. It’s my firm belief that behavior of the dog doesn’t depend on its breed so much as it being the right training and the “master” that matter. In my opinion, humans are most often responsible for dangerous dogs. That said, there might be some truth in the idea that some breeds have more unstable temperaments than others. Knowing this, we should never provoke them.
Think for a minute and analyze your own life. Are we always polite? I can think of several situations when I would have gladly slapped a man in the face, but thank God I’m weak enough and I can control myself (at least I think that I can). Now think about animals. They have instincts too, and they may forget about good manners. It’s not as if they understand them in the same ways we do.
It’s also important for dog owners to protect both other people and their dogs from unexpected circumstances and thus the unpleasant situations. For example, when going outside, they could always use a dog-lead and a muzzle. They could be careful and not let the dog play on its own without a leash, especially when there are other people around. When you have a dog, you become forever responsible for the animal you’ve trained and tamed.
In any case, it’s good to know what breeds of dogs might be most dangerous, just to keep yourself safe. Sometimes the danger in a dog isn’t even a nasty personality, but a matter of them not knowing their own strength.
Even though I personally still find it hard to believe that breed alone determines whether a dog is “dangerous,” you never know what a dog’s owner has taught it. Reliable research into the most dangerous dogs included below comes from the American Veterinary Medical Association, the CDC, and the Humane Society of the United States.
We’ll start with least dangerous of the bunch. Sorry, but there won’t be any terrifying photos today.
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Origin: Croatia, Middle Ages
Weight: 40-70 lbs
Height: 20-24 inches
Dalmatians are active and energetic dogs, and love to be outdoors. They are very playful and love running.
There’s still no definite info about what this breed was originally bred for. What is known is that it is the oldest spotted breed in Europe, Asia and Africa. They were serving as warriors, hunters, and shepherds long before finally becoming the symbol of the US fireman.
Origin: Germany, 1850s
Weight: 50-64 lbs
Height: 20-25 inches
The boxer is a very strong “square” dog. Boxers love to walk, but the owner should never forget the leash. It’s also better to refrain from aggressive games. Still, boxers recognize all members of the family and can play well with the children.
The boxer breed has its origins in feudal Germany and dates back to the line of bulldogs that existed in Europe in the 16th century. These ancestors lived for hunting wild boars and other big wild animals. The first puppy in the new breed received the name “Box”. Boxer’s qualities, such as their strength, were highly valued by farmers and shopkeepers.
Origin: Canary Islands, Africa, 18th century
Weight: 100-125 lbs
Height: 25-26 inches
The Presa Canario hails from the Canary Islands. Dogs of this breed had two jobs: Hunting – and war. During the 18th century, English traders and merchants came to the Canary Islands, bringing with them their working and gladiator dogs, notably the Mastiff of England and the bulldog. Englishmen also brought with them their traditions of pit fighting for which their breeds and the island dogs were inevitably mixed and eventually bred to produce the ultimate fighter. Nowadays the breed finds use in guarding, handling, and driving cattle.
The dogs of this breed can be gentle and noble with their families, showing great affection to their owners, but are highly suspicious of strangers.
Origin: Switzerland, Middle Ages
Weight: 110-180 lbs
Height: 24-29 inches
Saint Bernards are amazingly big and easygoing dogs, but due to their impressive size they can look a bit awkward. They are quiet and peaceful, love children, and are not inclined to active and rapid games. A Saint Bernard will need all of your attention, so if you spend days in the office, this dog is not for you. They are tremendously strong and, of course, they require a good bit of space.
Most likely, the ancestor of the Saint Bernard was the Alpine Mastiff, a pretty aggressive breed. The original Saint Bernards were working dogs and scouts. They were also much calmer than their Mastiff ancestors. For that reason, they make for excellent home companions today.
Origin: Germany, Middle Ages to 19th century
Weight: 90-120 lbs
Height: 27-32 inches
Great Danes are beautiful and majestic animals, with a gentle and loving nature. They love to play with children and participate in all family events and activities, especially in the outdoors. They are happy to go for a walk and don’t mind the company of other dogs. Despite their gigantic size, Great Danes can even feel quite at home in a city.
In the Middle Ages, these dogs earned their living in dog fighting and by hunting big mammals.
Origin: China, Antiquity
Weight: 40-65 lbs
Height: 18-22 inches
The chow chow is an independent dog often focused only on its own needs. Chow chows need constant physical activity and communication, even if they don’t seem to like being disturbed much.
The chow chow’s original purposes were hunting and helping shepherds.
Origin: Germany, 19th century
Weight: 65-90 lbs
Height: 26-28 inches
Doberman Pinschers (often just called Dobermans) are dogs whose traits emphasize protecting and defending instincts. It is important to avoid any type of aggressive play and struggle with these dogs. Instead, use the games to develop the Doberman’s intelligence. Even though they aren’t small dogs, Dobermans can adapt to life in a city and become a perfect companion for an experienced, physically active owner.
This breed has its roots in in Germany. The breeder Louis Doberman decided to combine the qualities of guard dogs and and the terrier. Luis was a policeman, and so saw the need for a dog that would devotedly defend its owner.
Origin: North America, Ancient times
Weight: 80-110 lbs
Height: 23-28 inches
The Malamute is a friendly dog, but it has rather an independent temper. It’s better to keep this dog in a village, far from the city. Sometimes violent and energetic, they constantly need to move or play.
Note that Malamutes are a working dog breed from a colder climate. So, if you don’t live in the deep north, make your Malamute a nice playground. That’s because they are always in need of physical activity.
The name of the breed comes from a local North American tribe. They used the Malamute to transport goods on a sleigh.
Origin: Siberia, Ancient times
Weight: 35-55 lbs
Height: 20-24 inches
Training a Husky is not that easy. For these reasons, breeder don’t recommend this dog for beginning owners. Initially, these dogs transported goods on a sleigh. Not afraid of cold weather, they’re very active and loving dogs. Huskies love to get together with other members of their breed and howl at the moon.
Origin: Germany, 19th century
Weight: 70-85 lbs
Height: 22-26 inches
German Shepherds are very beautiful dogs, distinguished from other breeds by their reliable and obedient temper. They are in need of constant and serious physical activity though, and they seem to prefer long walks and active games.
Originally (as obvious from the name), the dogs guarded grazing sheep. They are great home guards and often participate in programs for the disabled.
Origin: Germany, 1820s
Weight: 85-110 lbs
Height: 23-27 inches
Rottweilers are powerful dogs with strong jaws, primarily meant to protect. Their original breeders selected those traits especially for that purpose. They often don’t like strangers and other dogs — they are guards at heart, and the dog owner should always remember that.
Origin: US, 19th century
Weight: 30-55 lbs
Height: 18-22 inches
The Pit Bull is named after its original purpose: The questionable amusement of dog fighting in pits. Sad as it is, that bloody tradition has survived in places, and Pit Bulls still have to take their part in it.
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Origin: Southern U.S., 17th century
Weight: 60-120 lbs
Height: 20-28 inches
The American Bulldog is descended from the now-extinct Old English Bulldog, which was bred for farm guarding, livestock herding and bringing down game, and blood sports such as bull-baiting.
Today’s American Bulldog arose from any such dogs brought to America by working-class immigrants, many of them former farmers. In the South, these dogs were an important line of defense against feral hogs.
By the time of World War II, the American Bulldog almost went extinct, but was saved through selective breeding.
These dogs are large, heavy, and have powerful jaws with a typical overbite. They were bred for aggression and protection instincts. While they are suspicious of strangers, they are also very loyal and family-friendly. However, they need lots of space and attention.
Origin: England, 19th century
Weight: 100-130 lbs
Height: 24-27 inches
Bred around 1860 by English gamekeepers, the Bullmastiff’s job was to guard game preserves. They caught poachers, holding them until they could be arrested. They emerged from a cross of the large but non-aggressive Mastiff with the aggressive but smaller, lighter Bulldog.
Starting in the 20th century, they became a distinctive breed.
Today, Bullmastiffs are typical watch and guard dogs. They are fiercely loyal and love their families, but they have an extremely strong territorial instinct, and can be stand-offish towards strangers. When they’re properly trained, Bullmastiffs are also frequently used as gentle therapy dogs.
They are easy to groom, doesn’t shed, but are very prone to drooling. Bullmastiffs generally don’t need too much attention or movement.
Note that this dog was bred to be very quiet, so it won’t audibly warn when it’s startled or otherwise in a bad temper. In combination with their strengths, this makes Bullmastiffs one of the potentially most dangerous dogs.
Note: This post was originally published on April 1, 2009. It has since been updated with a new introduction and further background on the history of dangerous dogs.
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in my opinion,rotties and pitbulls are dangrous dogs BECAUSE of what they are capable to do. fo example,u can train a shitzu to attack and bite,but at the end of the day they arnt gunna do you much harm,yeh if they bite you it will hurt and maybe bleed a little but they not goin to rip your arm off..whereas if u trained a rottie or a pitbul to attack and bite,these dogs are so powerfull and strong that they are able not only to cause serious harm to a fully grown adult,but also they can kill you,which is why they are dangerous,bacause of what they are capable off,but its upto the owner on how the dog is trained,any dog can be trained to fight,bite,and be aggresive,but its what the dog is capable off,is what makes it dangerous.
I have a pitbull... hes 52 pounds. about the same size as a standard poodle... and yet still has a lower aggression rate.... hmm....
The Pit Bull is an animal and like other Big Dogs of like capacity they are subject to good training. There are approximately 77 million dogs in the U.S.A. Every one of these animals; are capable of thinking, perceiving, interpreting and reacting without our input or direction. Although we can and do train our animals to respond only to our personal directive
A dog is like a small child; and we must constantly be aware of what they are doing and thinking if we are to keep them from harm’s way. Both will learn with or without our input so there must be a knowledgeable strong leader to protect and train them, without that leadership,respect and obedience will not happen. Respect is not an innate attribute of a dog or a child; it must be learned and earned. A dog or child who does not respect humans becomes empowered and becomes the leader in that relationship.
Aggression in any breed is a concern. With Pit Bulls, and other like dogs of like capacity the consequences of an attack is paramount. I do not trust any person or animal as individuals, until they have proven trustworthy. I give both the same respect I would give a person with a gun in their hand, that being I do not place myself in a position where that persons carelessness will cause me harm.
Safety in handling dogs can only come from recognizing, understanding, learning, and using the mediums of communication the dog uses which, are Visual, that being physical movement of their extremities individually or in correlation, therefore we must be in a position to see the communications, such as the dog’s tail and/or ear movement, their body frame. Sound, that being the levels of barking, growls, whines, moans, therefore we must be in a position to hear the communication, and Tactile, that being; physical touch, therefore we must be in a position to feel the communication, such as the dog pulling on the leash while I am walking him. The dog’s communication conveys his intent or feeling toward something which has got his attention, be it animal, vegetable or mineral.
We breed dogs to develop certain innate features/traits. The Pit Bull and other dogs of like capacity were bred for the purpose of deterring threats by aggressive means. These traits remain in the dog today, although the average person having these dogs today, do not own or need them for the original purpose of breeding. The “need” has turned to a “desire.” Average owners are ignorant of and lack respect for the breeds capacity, training limits, and unreliability as regards obedience. Does this make the Pit Bull a BAD DOG? NO! It makes them dog with traits, just like a sight hound verses a Scent hound. They are both dogs, but have capacities and limits that must be respected. Are there exceptions? YES.
An Obedient, reliable dog follows the handlers command, even though it does not want to. This means when there is a threat, or other stimulus which incites the dog to revert back to his “innate state” of survival; your “training” which the dog learned to trust, will surface and override his natural instincts to fight, flight, or chase. This type of training requires dedication, which I find the majority and average dog owners do not have.
In comparing various breeds of dogs, we must look at their purpose and capacity, much like one would compare guns. For example; if there were a 44 magnum pistol, loaded, laying on a table….it is not dangerous!!! The gun does not think, interpret and react on its own as a dog does. A gun only becomes dangerous when someone picks it up, and is careless with it, or intentionally uses it,
The Pit Bull and other like dogs of like capacity in comparison to other dogs is (this may be over simplifying) a 44 magnum pistol; whereas the average dog is a 22 pistol. If the same surface of your shoulder is hit with a bullet from a 22 pistol, it is probably going to hurt, and may have residual adverse affect. If that same surface area is hit with a bullet from a 44 magnum; your shoulder will probably be destroyed. I am not an expert in guns but please trust my analogy.
Thinking along these same lines of potential affect of various dogs; I posed a question to myself. The law enforcement agencies use the fear factor of a growling snarling lunging dog. So why do the police not use Pit Bulls in their every day work? The police use other dogs, in high public profile, to support their law enforcement efforts, so why not the pit bull? A dog growling and lunging at the leash is a powerful image and certainly is a deterrent to any hostile approach to that officer. If it were a Pit bull; with my perception and understanding of that dog; my fear and concern would be much greater. The pit bull is rarely used because it isn’t anywhere near as reliable to obedience as the other breeds used in law enforcement. And let’s face it, I would not want to be in a crowd of people where a Pit Bull is on aggression leash and I am restricted from moving away from him.
In closing; Do a group of citizens with a vested interest; have the right to ask for protection of animals through legislation by restricting certain animals and where they may be housed and what materials and specification must be used for such housing? YES Should animal owners be required to ensure their dogs remain on their property, and not place me and mine in peril? YES. Should Animal owners be held accountable for injury and mayhem their animals commit intentionally or unintentionally? YES
Rights of Americans” it seem are no longer “inalienable”, but must now be legislated. That is not the way it should be. We have enough legislation; however irresponsible, ignorant, and selfish people require or cause all of us to suffer more legislation. Therefore; we must be diligent and prudent in writing such legislation, and in requiring responsible ownership. Can we require owners of put bulls or like dogs of like capacity; to train their animals’ NO”, but those owners should suffer the consequences of their poor or lacking training or control of such dogs.
With every group of NEW” dog owners there comes ignorant, this will never change. But some owners recognize their responsibility and maintain control of and train the animals. However, I think there some that must eat Bowl of Stupid everyday………… because they and others like them keep missing the point. That point being….they, you, and I are responsible for any injury mayhem our dogs cause. And no matter who you are, or how much money one may be awarded as a result of for an encounter with BIG DOGS…..there is no bringing back to live of a person; adult or child, family or stranger, or replacing an eye scars, not to mention the fear the victim holds of other dogs, from that moment on.
All we can do is keep tryiny and make it Harder on the BAD' owners for them to own an animal of such capacity. Good training makes obeident dogs, we make the good by our care custody and control. So....which class do youy fall in?
Why has something been erased from the first Alaskan Malamute picture? What is it that's been erased?
I think people should not stereotype dogs by their breeds. Any dog raised wrong can be a danger to society. NOT just these dogs! WHO are you to tell us what type of dogs are the most dangerous dogs in the world? Check out ATTS.ORG temperament tests performed on all types of a lot of these dogs performed better then a bunch of types of dogs not listed here. for example Pitt bulls passed 89.6% of its test as opposed to a standard POODLE whose breed passed 86% or a GOLDEN RETRIEVER whose breed passed 84.6%..... there's something to think about.
I've not seen the sharpei, nor the bully kutta, mastino napoletano, akita, etc, why not? they are extremely viscious and protective of their home and owners.They unlike many other breeds are willing literally fight to the death..where other dogs will back off and won't go that extreme.
I owned a labrador and currently(for the last ten years) own a ridgeback and a sharpei.( own is a poorly chosen word they are part of my fam.)
Neither the labrador or the ridgeback had a nasty bone in their body, yet the sharpei is a totally different kettle of fish, (I had her since pup and raised her the same as the others, positive reinforcement not negative..plenty of treats and cuddles)The sharpei kills attacks and will hunt and fight until she's dead if I don't intervene..I have scar's to prove it. So don't tell me that as an owner I made a mistake and mistreated her..the ridgeback came later in my life and was brutally abused and responded to my behaviour with turning out to be a loyal sweet dog that does no longer pee on the floor when I enter a room, or hide under/ behind any available object. I despice the fact that it is always the owner that gets the blame. We have viscious dogs and we have dogs that will respond to threat in a fight or flight mode. Dogs are just genetically inclined to a certain behaviour ( if it wasn't for that we wouldn't seek certain breeds in the first place) and yes nurture does have an effect..but not as much as most like to believe. I will always love my sharpei but learned in painful ways that she might not be the breed I choose in the future.
I did extensive research on many dogs And found that many dogs that are far more alert and attack prepared are those who present aloofness towards strangers. But don't quote me on that one (do your own resarch and reach a conclusion) ..it was a similarity that i discovered in seeking a dog that would guard my property. I never had to take her for training or any other form to increase her lust for blood.
I abhor violence and animal cruelty therefor feel offended and hurt when people suggest I trained or mistreated her in any way. Again plenty of breeds that are not mentioned here that are far more viscious than those on YOUR ten list.Isthar
no dog in the world is dangerous
what about the Giant Schnauzers or the Giant Schnauzers mixed with pit bulls
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What is training? What is trust/
And in the rtelationship with horses,dogs or any animal for that matter, which comes first? training or trust.
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Training and trust must go hand in hand. Training must be consistent and done in a manner that creates trust. Voice commands such as sit, stay etc...should be a daily routine. Walking with your pet in a park or on a country road is a great way to build a bond with them. One should never raise their hand to punish their dog, horse etc... Good communication with your pet as well is a must. This comes in the form of play time. Most dogs love balls. Ours play with soccer balls or the horse balls that you buy at the feed store. They have handles on them. Hugs and dog kisses are lavished upon you during this time. All animals respond to kindness and love. Those who are abused are more difficult to work with. Generally one must determine if they are able to be around children. In the case of dogs this is even more important as we have more dogs as our companions. As for those dogs that are trained to be aggressive and fighting dogs, I wouldn't trust them with anyone. Now that is my humble opinion. When it comes to horses, there is an inherent danger in general due to their size and the fact that they often can spook at things that we overlook. I have worked with mean horses. Sometimes they are naturally mean but often it is the trainer that has created the behavior. Does this answer your question?
I think that this list is the same as most list i see when It comes to aggressvie or dangerous breeds. However I personally hate list like this because it paints a picture as if all dogs of a certain breed are dangerous and thats not all the way true. on the other hand if you research the cases of attacks and things in that nature you will more then likely see these dogs on the list several times. i dont think this means the entire breed is dangerous but that the pets living situation needs to investigated( you will more then likely find the problem).
I have a 7 month old chow chow and he is the sweetest thing in the world however when i comes to my home or my car he is on guard. I take him to the dog park and he loves it and he plays with the really big dogs to the smallest dog in the park(when he feels like it ha ha). He also knows when play time is over and he is on duty. he gets up every few hours and he walks the house to make sure all is ok and he sleeps by the door to make sure if anyone comes to it they see him first.
His jobs is to protect my home and my family and to be respectful to others(not love them but be friendly). ALL dogs at some point were use to protect or to alert or something in that natures so i think really all dogs have those same trait's.
the truth is HUMANS created Dangerous Dogs messing with mother nature and now All of use need to except them for what they are and what we created them to do.
See when we needed German Shepard's, pit bulls, Rotweillers, Chows, and the rest listed, those trait were great and accepted in society but now that they dont need them in those way anymore they want to band them How stupid is that.
How are the dogs to know that what they were created for is no longer needed and they need to do something else. and then how are they to know how to channel those urges or energy.
half the time we dont know how to deal with our own aggression as humans.
Pit bulls are mainly missunderstood. If they are raised to fight, they will. As if a person was raised to fight. If they are raised with a loving family and around lots of people and kids, they will be one of the best family dogs. Pit bull isn't even a real breed, it is a term to describe 3 different breeds who are alike, American pit bull terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
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I have never known any movement to ban any breed of dog; because that dog or breed of dog was well trained and controlled by their owner/handler.Dogs are not the problem....owners/handlers are because they are not responsable to the ability and capacity of their dog(s). When we alllow dogs to remain untrained and/or out of control...they do and always will think and react; if circumstance arise of which they are not familur and we are not there to support and guide them. With the exception of thinking for themselves, well trained and controlled dogs are like guns in the hands of responsable gun owner/user. That being an asset and an enhancement to humans. They are only dangerous when irresponsable and inexperienced people get involved.