I will say again, banning a breed does NOT eliminate the human irresponsibility that always accompanies such attacks. Today it is the pit bull. Tomorrow it may be your favorite breed.
Worth repeating!
I’m glad you have been kind enough to have the dogs commonly known as “pit bulls.” Having had one, I can attest to the fact that they can be sweet, loving dogs whose behavior is exemplary.
The fact is, according to the American Kennel Association, there is no such breed as “pit bull.” That was a name hung on these poor animals by a group of people who tortured them to make them behave in a manner that actually goes against their nature. That group maligned the animal (feeding it gun powder, continually beating it, starving it, etc.) and made it cruel. And, in fact, it is the members of that group that should be punished, not the terriers.
Before that group singled out “pit bulls” for mistreatment, that particular breed of terrier was known for its gentle nature — hence, the Lil Rascal’s dog was one, Buster Brown’s dog was one, the RCA Victor dog was one, and the Navy’s mascot was one.
Read up on the breed in Cesar Millan’s books. He loves them dearly and considers them one of the best dogs to own as pets.
I’m curious about pit bull owners and my questions are sincere. No sarcasm intended.
Does your insurance carrier know you own pit bulls? Do you have higher homeowners premiums because of it? Do you have enough assets to endure a personal injury lawsuit? What precautions do you take to lock up your animals? Do you post signs on your property that warn people about your dogs? Do you walk your dogs, or do they have room to roam free on your fenced property? And why exactly do you choose pitbulls rather than other breeds? Do you get an emotional high from owning them and having your neighbors afraid of them? Do you seriously think it’s worth it to own them?
Everyone gets so defensive when us “non-pitbull owners” ask questions like this — I would really like to hear some honest answers. Would help the rest of us understand if we could actually TALK about the issues, rather than just sling mud at each other. Whenever I hear about a pitbull attack, as a mother of four, I always ask myself how our family can prevent a tragedy, rather than speak out to make ownership illegal. I cannot control what others do, but I can protect myself and those I love. The pitbull owners I know always have a HUGE chip on their shoulder, and treat the rest of us (potential victims) like WE are the ones who are irrational in our fears.
Just curious...thanks...