Firstly, see my reply to Pit Bull Lady on the previous Thread.
I know whats coming, your all going to say "Well, what about German Shepards and Rottweilers, and other aggressive large breeds of dog?"
This is my answer!
Ban them all! Go get yourself a nice little fluffy maltese terrier or a nice little Shetland Sheepdog (great with kids and a great little watch dog) or how about a cockerspaniel?
You can fall in love with one of these dogs just as much as a PitBull, Rottweiler or anything else.
You need to ask yourself WHY you have these breeds.
Is it because it makes you look tough? Do you feel protected? Would you keep a loaded gun in your house? If not, then what are you doing with a Pitbull. ↓
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| Name: lindalu | Date: Oct 15th, 2006 3:32 AM |
| I have a Doberman, many view them as beeing a dangerous breed as well. I dont have him because I think I look cool! I have him because of the love for the paticular breed. It is not fair to say that one chooses a certaint breed because they think it looks cool. Sure I agree some..... may do just that! but it is not every one. ↑ |
| Name: Join a Rescue Help all dogs! | Date: Oct 15th, 2006 3:40 AM |
The American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier differ slightly in their build and size, but are collectively called pit bulls. There is also a sub breed called the red nose pit bull which is prized by many breeders. The red nose pit bull is an American pit bull terrier that has a red, instead of black, nose and a solid red coat.
Pit bulls are very muscular dogs, ranging in weight from about 35 to 85 lbs (about 16 to 39 kg). Pit bulls have very short hair that is seen in a variety of colors and markings. A pit bull characteristically has a large square head with a very defined jaw. Pit bulls naturally have short floppy ears, but they are commonly cut even shorter so that they stand straight and pointy. The practice of cutting the ears is unfortunately used by dog fighters to help prevent wounds if the ear happens to be bitten by another dog.
Over the years, pit bulls have acquired a bad reputation for being aggressive, vicious and dangerous to people and other animals. However, the temperament associated with dangerous pit bulls is the result of irresponsible ownership and the use of pit bulls in fighting rings. Because pit bulls are strong, easy to train and eager to please, they have become a favorite breed for illegal activities. Sadly, many pit bulls fall victim to abuse by the training methods employed by dog fighters and in the fighting ring. Thousands of pit bulls are discarded daily because they end up in the wrong hands, are not aggressive enough for their owners or lose dog fights, rendering them useless to dog fighters.
The myths and stereotypes that surround pit bulls and their owners make up a very small percentage of the millions of dogs that are called pit bulls. One commonly held belief about pit bulls is that they have locking jaws. This belief is always false. It is physically impossible for a dog’s jaw to lock. However, pit bulls have very strong jaws which can be clenched stubbornly, making it difficult for a person or animal to free itself in the event of a bite.
By nature, pit bulls are very gentle, affectionate and trustworthy dogs. They follow commands willingly and are loyal, family dogs that love children. It is extremely rare for a well treated pit bull to attack without serious provocation. Pit bulls are very intelligent and make great companions and guard dogs.
Despite their great temperament, pit bulls are not for everyone. Pit bulls require a lot of exercise and they are very energetic. Someone considering owning a pit bull should be able to make a commitment to obedience training. An untrained pit bull can be strong, very energetic and mischievous, making it a difficult dog to handle. ↑ |
| Name: susan | Date: Oct 16th, 2006 5:58 PM |
| get a life! how many threads did you start on here? attention whore much? ↑ |
| Name: Terri | Date: Oct 16th, 2006 5:58 PM |
| Name: Tiffany | Date: Oct 16th, 2006 6:41 PM |
I love malteses. In fact I owned one and plan on owning another. I also love the American Pit Bull Terrier. I grew up with them. I do not look tough because of my APBTs and I do not feel protected. Why? Because my APBTs are bred well and temperment tested. I also keep a close eye on them all the time. I know that my breed is likely to attack other dogs and small animals. However I also know that it is one of the least likely breeds to bite a human. Why do pitbulls get so much negative attention? Because many people breed them for the wrong reasons and the overpopulation and mass popularity of the breed among people with less than good intentions for them has created a mass of practically wild dogs. Should you be careful if planning to purchase an APBT? Yes. Should you be careful if you have one around a child? Of course. But you should be careful with ANY breed.
Did you happen to know that small breeds are more likely to bite than APBTs? I didn't think so. And yes, they are small, but they can create just as much damage on a child as a large dog can on an adult. ↑ |
| Name: Mckayla | Date: Oct 16th, 2006 8:59 PM |
Wow you think that smaller breeds are better to have??? Considering 85% of the toy breeds could not pass the Temperamnet test. Mostly saying they were UNSTABLE. You really need to do your research a lil better than you do. ALL of my pits are good with kids. Its all in how they were bred and how you raise them. Pure pitbulls are NOT aggressive. Its when they are mixed with another breed. And about your other thread about the dalmation versus a pit. Dalmations are more prone to bite than a pit. And they are on the BSL list as well. You consider yourself educated?? Go back to school you really need to. Whats funny is that pit bulls had more that passed than alot of breeds. And one of the test they do is have them around another animal and children. Now how could they pass if they are so aggressive like you are making them out to be??
and as for the breeds you listed to get the
shetland sheepdog scored a 66.9%=failed the Temperament test
the maltese scored a 83.3%
APBT scored 83.5%
american staff scored a 83.3%
and the cocker spaniel scored a 81.7%
if you dont believe me check for your self http://www.atts.org/statistics.html
you will find all breeds and their scores.
good job by the way of referring a dog that failed the TT.....and to think that people on here listen to you!!! ↑ |
| Name: Tiffany | Date: Oct 16th, 2006 10:04 PM |
| Also don't forget that many other places have done temperment testing on animals and every place has differing results. ↑ |
| Name: candy | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 2:21 AM |
| soooo, we shoudl give up our breed of choice, the breed that served this country, dont forget about stubby and pettie and get a ankle bitter that everyone knows WILL bite??? Thumbs up to you lady!! :) you really know what your talking about! ↑ |
| Name: EthansMom0213 | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 4:54 AM |
| I do not care what breed of dog one might have any dog of any breed can be aggressive. Including you little maltese terrier. Infact I currantly have a maltese bichion mix and that dog is aggressive towards my 2 1/2 year old son and my 2 year old nephew. Infact he is more aggressive then the bitbull that my sister has. Unlike my sister pitbull who had never growled or snapped at either my son or her son for pulling his ear or sitting my dog has done both. You can even put your had in my sisters dogs mouth and he wouldn't do a thing but lay there. My dog would bite you. My dog infact literally bites your pants legs and won't let go even if you continue to walk. He has never been hit or kicked. He has never been abused in anyway. It has nothing to do in my mind with the breed itself but about the individual dog. Just as we as people are all individuals with different thoughts and feeling so are our dogs. Unfortunately due to stupid people who raise pitbulls and other dogs as such to be aggressive these dogs have all gotten a bad rap. ↑ |
| Name: EthansMom0213 | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 4:56 AM |
| Oh i should have read other post..well being that I am a owner of one of those ankle bitters I guess I backed up alot of others on this post. ↑ |
| Name: lindalu | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 5:00 AM |
| I love ankle bitters! My poodle is a mean bitch some times and always has been. When she was young and mean, before the brain tumore I had to keep her muzzled when company was around. Ya she was a little brat, bit I love her. ↑ |
| Name: EthansMom0213 | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 5:10 AM |
| Yeah my ankle bitter thinks everyone who come to my house is fair game. If your moving I can guarentee you that my dog is probably attached to the bottom of your pants. ↑ |
| Name: lindalu | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 5:24 AM |
| Are they not the cutest thing? I had this little terrier mix running around my feet growling and snarling at me like he was going to tear me apart. I bent over and picked this little thing of the floor and he continued growling at me . He was so fricken cute! I could have just sucked his little head off. ↑ |
| Name: Tiffany_SPCA | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 5:34 AM |
| Speaking of ankle biters... I'm planning on getting a new maltese puppy... I'm trying to figure out which of these is the cutest... number them 1 through 4 from left to right and tell me which one you think! http://www.breeders.net/breeder/150324 ↑ |
| Name: EthansMom0213 | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 5:41 AM |
Lindalu-
I think my dog thinks he much bigger them what he is. I just laugh at him. I have had to replace many shirts of my sons because he grabs the bottom of his shirts and ripes them. Good thing that most of his shirts came from garage sales and I only paid like 50 cents for them
Tiffany-
I think number 2 and 4 are really cute. But I think I would go with #4 ↑ |
| Name: Tiffany_SPCA | Date: Oct 17th, 2006 5:41 AM |
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