Of course it's not just a function of training.
Some pit bulls are specifically bred, genetically, for extreme agression and maltemper.
> Some pit bulls are specifically bred, genetically, for extreme agression and maltemper.
And people engaging in these activities (breeding for these purposes) should be severely punished.
Let us not forget 2 news stories from this Spring... FLA Pit Bull gives his life to save Mistress from Gator, & Iowa Pit Bulls break fence to protect Neighbor from Chow Attack.
Don't Ignore the FACT that folks reporting a "Dog Attack" tend to Blame "the Current BAD Breed". In the 50's, it was "Shepards", then "Dobbies", then "Rot's" & "Chows". Now its "Pits". Any short coat CHESTY mixed-breed is reported as a "Pit", including "Boston Terriers" {LOL}. Pure Breds {with tails & big ears} are reported as "Pits" on 911 calls. A Florida lady shot a Chihuahua, then called 911 to report a "Pit" attack! Shaggy Dogs have been reported, and given INK or AIR TIME as "Pits", too {INCLUDING collies & cockers}.
True "Fighting DOGS" being kept for THAT PURPOSE ONLY are one thing, MSM reports, drawn from 911 calls are Another.