All dogs are potential killers, what more is there to say?
2007-01-01 09:35:03 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I don't wish to be offensive I just want to point out that all dogs are dangerous despite what the owner/trainer may say. All dogs never mind their breed can turn and so all dogs should be kept away from children. How often do we see the question, When will dog owners learn?Dog owners are misguided by thinking that their dogs will never hurt anybody.
2007-01-01 09:54:13 · update #1
No joke and no offence, I just keep reading about kids getting killed by dogs. I also keep hearing the same old, "My dog would never hurt anybody" Wrong. How naive is it to think anyone knows whether a dog will turn nasty. The truth is you don't know. End of story really.
2007-01-03 07:30:07 · update #2
I pity your children. Your attitude means they will never experience the joy of owning a pet and because you teach them to fear dogs, they will be more at risk of being bitten. I have owned dogs all of my life. My son was brought up with dogs as I showed and bred dogs. As long as the dogs are trained and the children taught to respect them there will be no problem. My old giant schnauzer never grew up with children, but I would guarantee her to be 100% safe with even the tiniest child.However, since I could not guiarantee that the children could not be trusted to be safe with her, she was never left unsupervised with them.Dogs rarely bite for no reason.
2007-01-01 22:26:00 · answer #1 · answered by fenlandfowl 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
All dogs are potential killers, that said all humans are potential killers. It is all a state of mind, if there is a instability in the mind of an animal, then it can misunderstand commands or gestures, and become aggressive. Anyone who owns an animal must understand its triggers, and how it could react in most if not all situations. Is the animal scared of loud noises, many are, and if stressed it could become aggressive if it feels cornered, and will try anything to escape. Also the training of the animal is important, is the owner heavy handed or kind, etc. Many factors come into play, so please think about every angle before condemning any animal for its behaviour.
If we do not look after the animals who will. Plus Britain is known as a nation of animal lovers, isn't it about time we proved it...?
2007-01-01 09:48:56 · answer #2 · answered by dragoondf 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why aren't the children kept away from the dogs? What right do your children have to be on my property? Sticking their hands through my fence to pet or taunt my dog? Why can't you mind your children when MY dogs are on MY property? When do MY rights start and YOUR rights end? Why should I compromise my right to the pursuit of happiness (ie: owning dogs) simply because you want to allow your children to run amuck?
I have kids - 2 of them. I'm a single mom. I also have pets - 3 cats, 2 snakes & 2 dogs. I work 40+ hrs/week, my children are purple/orange belts in karate, my eldest runs track & cross country and has been a youth group leader with me for over 4 years. I'm a Sunday School teacher. My kids have been taught manners and respect. They know that I make the rules and it's their job to follow them. My kids do not climb on booths or run up and down isles in the market, church, theater, or diner. I do not barter with them to "please put the candy bar back" in line at the grocery store.
If more parents would PARENT then less kids would be attacked. PERIOD. Children should be afraid of strange dogs and have respect for the dogs that they own.
Yeah, dogs can bite - anything with teeth can bite, but my Chi and Westie are not going to rip apart my 12 / 16yo's without provocation. The kids know the dogs have teeth, the dogs know the kids have boots, the cats know the dogs have teeth, and the dogs know the cats have claws. It's all about respect.
Kids these days do NOT have respect for other people's property (including dogs). They're being coddled and raised by people who think kids should "just be kids" -- oh was Johnny climbing your apricot tree? Gee sorry, that's just boys being boys! NO! That's a stupid boy who came into MY yard to climb a tree that wasn't his. IT'S CALLED TRESPASSING!
Dogs need training and Kids need parenting. That's the moral of the story here.
2007-01-02 04:54:08 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well as the first answer said human beings are just the same. We can be nice but turn when something annoys us or makes us angry.
Some of these dogs are trained to be nasty. I also think the press has been focusing on certain breeds which isn't fair! But you are right in saying all dogs can be nasty but I rephrase that can be said for many animals and living things.
2007-01-01 10:11:12 · answer #4 · answered by FuturisticKid 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Im sorry buddy but you are incorrect. Yes, I am a dog owner and yes, I do believe my dog would never hurt any one! He is always around little kids babies even and he is VERY tolerant. Ofcource someone is always there to watch and tell the kids if he is annoyed or not but we have only had to do that once MAYBE twice in the 6 years that we have had him! The reason was was because the kid kept yanking his leg! So a dog is for life! NOT to use to chew up children! That is sick!
I don't know if i like you very much! Im just saying......
2007-01-01 10:09:28 · answer #5 · answered by Karen 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I think your question is a bit repugnant in light of recent news! Have some thought for the people who have been traumatised in this situation.
Yes, all dogs are potential killers. Some more than others though. As much as anyone loves their dog, they should never leave anything to trust. I have a loving spaniel, but I'm always very wary when children are around, just incase.
2007-01-01 09:43:52 · answer #6 · answered by Princess415 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
That is absolutely not true. Not all dogs are potential killers. Think of toy breeds, their mouths are not even big enough to fit any of your vital body parts, nor are their jaws strong enough to do much damage. Also, yes, dogs have hunting instincts. Back in the wild, they did kill prey, but they rely on you for their food and have no reason to kill you. If you are worried about your kids being around dogs, then don't get a pit bull or a pincher. Get a dog that is more known to be friendly. If you ask people that have dogs, I bet you'll have a hard time finding one whose dog is a biter. It's not all that common.
2007-01-01 09:45:24 · answer #7 · answered by laura 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Why are you ranting and raving. I would rather have a house full of dogs than one or two kids! Kids do not mind, make a mess, stick around forever(even after they are grown), lie, cost lots of money, require lots of patience, demand lots of attention, unappreciative, etc. Our dogs mind pretty good, love us no matter what, are always happy to see us, listen well, learn things quickly, sleep all night, don't need a babysitter, etc. Kids could grow up to be killers.
2007-01-01 12:27:02 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
i am sorry i have to disagree with you. i have a daughter who is special needs and wheelchair bound and 2 boys, we got our dog at 6 weeks of age she is now 2 and half. she is the most fun loving dog anyone can have she sleeps in the same room as my daughter and comes to fetch me if there are any problems.owners who have dogs should never keep thier children away from them that way the dog grows up with the kids.
in fact i not sorry like i put on the beginning, people like you have to much to say and if you cant say sensible things why bother.
2007-01-01 10:20:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Kirsty- it is ignorance like that that make people like you more dangerous than ANY dog out there. You're little dog has just as much potential of attacking someone as any other dog is so don't be ignorant and blame a breed of dog. Are you a racist as well? I always wonder that about people who like to single out a breed of dog instead of realizing that a dog is a dog and a HUMAN will make them whatever way that they are. Don't buy into the media so much.
This whole "comment" made by the original poster was completely pointless and childish. So stupid...
2007-01-01 10:04:08 · answer #10 · answered by mushroompumpkin 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋