[Alaska Wolf]

it is the responsible dog owners whose dogs are (literally, in the case of this story) in the crosshairs.

Just as are the guns of responsible gun owners.

such hysteria only encourage breed & type bans

There is nothing hysterical about pit bulls and pit bull crosses.They were bred for a purpose.

[Altariel]

Yes, responsibly and irresponsibly so-—and responsibly and irresponsibly raised.

Just like any other breed.

This media induced hysteria is no different than previous hysteria revolving around German Shepherds, Dobermans, Rottweilers and the like.

The end result is places like Fairfield, IA, where breed specific legislation is heavily enforced; breeds to include “other dogs in excess of 100 pounds”.

I’m sure they’re awash in Chihuahuas and other small breeds.