[Al Gator]

This is called a "frenzy". Dogs in a group, any kind of dog, is susceptible to this phenomenon.

People who own dangerous dogs should understand it. It is not a joke. When people hear of dogs "turning on the owner" this is usually the case. It is not uncommon for dogs in a frenzied state to attack each other as well.

No should own more than one large dog unless they fully understand what they have in their possession.

I rescue and turn around abused Dobermans. I refuse to place a Dob with an inexperienced owner. I tell the ones I do work with to always, always remember that what you have is a loaded double barreled shotgun, on four paws, with a mind of its own.

Only fools reject that advice.

This should never have happened.

[kx9088]

Sure, but Pit Bulls seem to be the norm.

[Rodney King]

This is called a "frenzy". Dogs in a group, any kind of dog, is susceptible to this phenomenon.

True, but Pit Bulls are a hell of a lot more susceptible to it than most dogs.

[GingisK]

I refuse to place a Dob with an inexperienced owner.

Experience being, of course, something that one is born with. Just like in the job market.

[Shannon]

I can't imagine Dachshunds going into a frenzy.