Pit Bulls: Menace to society or misunderstood? What are your opinions on this subject? Add Answer

Pit Bulls: Menace to society or misunderstood? What are your opinions on this subject?

This breed of dog has been headlined in the news over the last few weeks, most notably from the Michael Vick Trial and recently with a fatal attack on October 4th, 2007.

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Menace

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It's not their fault, it's just the way they are. Sure the majority are nice, but even the nicest pit, if provoked, will bite and once those jaws clamp down it is nearly impossible to get them off their target. As far as temperment, I think Chows are probably worse, but neither Chows or Pits should be... [show more]

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Misunderstood

If ever there was a maligned breed it is the American Staffordshire Terrier, most issues with the dogs are wholly a result of irresponsible owners and training. Unfortunately, these dogs are popular with bad dog owners, who have no idea how to manage this breed and just want a "tough" dog to... [show more]

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Totally Misunderstood

We've raised these dogs for the last 24 yrs. All buyers are checked. If we even "think" they're going to beused for anythihng than a pet, we don't sell. Our dogs have been raised in the house, with our childrenand g/children. The one's that turn out bad, are BECAUSE OF THE OWNERS and THE OWNERS SHOULD BE... [show more]

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DEFINATLY MISUNDERSTOOD

MY EX BOYFRIENDS PIT WAS THE NICEST DOG IVE EVER MET!!!

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They get a bum rap.

I've never owned one but I've known several. They were no more or less prone to viciousness than other dogs I've known. Some owners, on the other hand, ARE a menace to society. A kitten can be taught to do damage if it has been raised by a loser who thinks owning a dangerous pet just for the hell of it will... [show more]

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3men2 3men2: 3,545 points   2 years ago

i love my pitbull Ben. he has never
hurt any one or any other animal.
he is kind and great with my family.

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