Okay; your history does change things and I now know to give you a measure of respect on this subject.
There’s really nothing to debate. Some people think all PB’s are bad and some of us who actually own them know they are full of bear scat.
I will concede they are different and need to be handled/treated different than most other breeds. 99 times out of 100 the problem is the human; not the dog and I mean that a lot of different ways. The human needs to be able to control their PB on a leash if out walking. Some 5 lb little dog that thinks it is 200 lbs and starts pushing for a fight with that PB will lose badly so they can never actually get the chance.
That’s pretty much it. PB’s must have a secure yard they can’t get out of (human problem) and must have someone on the other end of the leash strong enough to handle their strength. (Human problem) I’m amazed at how naturally muscular mine is without even trying or working out. She just stays strong and toned naturally even as a 9 yo.
I would recommend never taking a PB to a dog park. Reason; other dogs will test it and PB are known for being fearless. It doesn’t matter what the other breed is. Best to avoid that entire situation.
When I see some young punk wearing his wife beaters with his homies at a dog park and their PB running loose I see a problem waiting to happen. I would agree PB’s should be banned from dog parks. Not because all PB’s are confrontational, they aren’t, but some are so best just to avoid that for the benefit of all.
I know I can’t convince a single PB hater to change their mind. They have their cement shoes on after all but the facts are quite different than they make them out to be. They love to spew statistics. That’s their only way to prove their point but they missed the entire point to begin with. Nuff said.
You are correct, they are very strong, and with that, a very strong bite.
I don't disagree that humans are the cause of many of the problems. But the results of those incidents usually ends badly for the person/dog that becomes the target for the PB. Just not worth it in my opinion.
And I have one of those 5 pound Chihuahuas that thinks she weighs 200. Except for the cat. She seems to think the cat is a lion and is terrified of her.
I take BILLIE to the Vet and the Doc checks his weight chart, then laughs about how Billie isn’t a dog, just a 65 pound muscle with a wagging tail.
Billie loves his Doctor and the Doc loves Billie.
Doc says Billie is one of few he trusts without a muzzle.
(Billie knows I would be very unhappy if he ever caused trouble)