That's a heart warming story. Unfortunately it doesn't wipe away the fact that 4 more Americans were killed by "scary" Pit Bulls in July.
The entire concept of "breed" is the ultimate form of discrimination anyway. Especially with the fighting dogs, where the less proficient killers were culled. But to each his own. Good luck living on the edge.
Uhm, In the presa's defense....
Since it's repopulation incorporating Mastiff's (known family guard and protectors) into the bloodline - The Perro De Presa Canario has NOT been bred for fighting. Those people who choose to train and condition their dogs to be aggressive deserve what they get when their dog turns - ON THEM! Dogs are instinctual creatures. YOU CAN teach a beagle not to HOWL at EVERYTHING he hears. YOU CAN teach a Terrier NOT TO CHASE cats or other small animals. Preas Canario's have been reconditioned / repopulated for guarding / family protectors and they are extremely loyal because of this.
ALSO you need to look at the owners irresponsible behavior. Don't blame the breed for their owners neglect or stupidity. Dogs can be trained to do anything and conditioned to hate. This dog was obviously and unfortuneatly a victim as well.
Now, there are just some people who shouldn't own dogs. They don't "speak" dog language because dogs definately don't answer in English!!!
Oh, and CEASAR MILAN would have probably been this dog's savior! He speaks dog fluently.
It is unfortuneate that people fall victim to their own crimes.
I realize I've set myself up posting my opinion - but - I did.