The Presa Canario breed is known for its calm temperament, which is often referred to as the "island temperament." It is considered "gentle and noble" with the family, and distrusting of strangers. The Presa Canario forms a strong bond with its master and human family and can be very protective. The breed is intelligent and is known to possess a "severe gaze." It is also known to do well with children. Yet, a Presa Canario attacked and killed its owner in Florida on Aug. 18, 2006, and had to be shot by police. (Sun Sentinel Newspaper report)
Despite its one-time notoriety, the Presa Canario is not a breed known for its man-aggression.
Oh, yeah...anyone can.
Growing up, my dad had a German Shepard named Colonel. I loved that dog and he loved me. On several occasions Dad tried to discipline me in front of Colonel. He would have none of it. I believe he would have killed Dad if he'd have whipped me while Colonel was there.
Dad got rid of the dog for that very reason. Maybe the woman went to spank the girl for something. Just a guess.