Does anyone think that Pit Bull dogs are vicious? Yes or No?

Answer 1

No...

Bans on pit bulls target the wrong end of the leash.
Please, watch the following video showing the role humans have played:
http://www.pitbullproblem.tk/

"Labradors and cocker spaniels are statistically more dangerous."

Pit bull attacks are RARE. Temperament testing has proven them to be no more likely to attack or bite than any other dog (and actually less likely than most popular dogs). But because of the breeding, when they do bite the attack is more aggressive (strong jaws allow them to bite deeply and hold on). That's why they make news headlines.

Also, there are many people who raise pit bulls as guard dogs, attack dogs, and fighting dogs. When a particular breed is used regularly by owners who encourage aggressive behaviour, the dog gains a bad reputation. This is the result of how the animal is raised, NOT an indication of the dogs temperament.

Recently the majority of dog bites have been to children from labs and retrievers simply because those dogs greatly outnumber others as pets (previous to this, most bites came from poodles and german shepherds). Children often unintentionally provoke a dog and need to be shown how to treat animals. For example, most dogs don't like hugs, and children show affection by hugging. A younger child might grab a handful of fur or pull fiercely on a dog's ear. It's wise to supervise children with dogs (and in general).

(Keep in mind that pit bulls are not a single breed. The name commonly refers to several breeds, including the American Staffordshire terrier, the Staffordshire bull terrier and the American pit bull terrier.)

Answer 2

I have met so many pit bulls. I live near flint michigan, where people think it is 'cool' to own a pit bull, and i also work at a vet clinic. I have never met a vicious pit bull. I think they are wonderful pets. I know a lot of people that have got them for all the wrong reasons, but they still turn out to be wonderfully friendly. Any breed of dog can be vicious, it is all in how the owner handles and trains them. A lot of pit bull attacks are by pit bulls that were either trained specifically to be a dog fighter, to be an aggresive protection dog, or people who just don't know how to train dogs in general. With the right owner and the right obedience, they make GREAT! pets, and i will own one as soon as i get enough money, and a house so i have room for such a large dog.

This video is for all the people who believe that pit bulls are the problem, and not the owners.
http://gprime.net/flash.php/thepitbullproblem.

Answer 3

Pit bulls were bred to be game, not to be killers. American Pit Bull Terriers are the only breed that has been bred to not bite people. Back in the day, before ever T,D, & H owned them they were considered one of the best family dogs. Unfortunately, there is an extreme overpopulation with pit bull type dogs and they fall into the wrong hands. Any breed in the wrong hands can be vicious.
I own full-blooded APBTs and have never had a problem with any of them being vicious towards people.

Answer 4

Personally, I have known more vicious LABS.

Most people don't know that the dog with the highest bite record is the cocker spaniel. yep, that's right, one of societies favorite little ball of fluff. But of course you never hear about that on the news.

Also most of so called "pit bulls" that attack people on the news ARE NOT PITS. You also never hear about all of the Therapy/search and rescue pit bulls.The media is looking for publicity, so they know that another pit bull attack will get the public talking and increase their ratings.

Also did you know that pit bulls were actually bred to be VERY people friendly? This is because they sick people who fought them needed to be able to go in and separate a fight without getting bit themselves.

Did you know that in the 1930's they became known as the "nanny dog" because of their extraordinary fondness of children.

I have worked at two boarding kennels in my life and have NEVER had a problem with ANY pit bull. i have received 9 bites. 5 from labs, 2 from cocker spaniels, 1 English setter, and a husky

Answer 5

As a breed, no. Individual dogs may be vicious if poorly bred and/or incorrectly trained.
PIT BULL JAWS DO NOT LOCK. This is a myth. All terriers are tenacious and have the tendency to hold a bite. But their jaws do not LOCK.
I know there are nasty unpredictable pit bulls out there, the ones I have met so far have been sweet lovable dogs. Of course they have been blessed with great owners who have raised and trained their dogs to be good canine citizens. A friend has a pit female, she came to an agility trial recently to watch me run my dog. Her dog was very friendly and wanted to play with mine. My dog, who is intimidated by dogs who are bold and confident, got a bit snippy. Her dog just turned away, did not growl, did not show any desire to retaliate, just turned her back and ignored my dog.
You can see my dogs at: http://members.toast.net/agilk9s/

Answer 6

Pitbulls are NOT vicious. Did you know that Pits were once called the childs nursemaid? This breed was bred to be kind to man but originally bred to fight. In recent years (20 or so, possibly longer) the breed has been under fire since unscrupulous people have used this breed and just a handful of other breeds (like rotties) for dog fighting. They're also being used as "guard" dogs by drug dealers and gang members. Because many of these dogs have been seized by the authorities from dog fighters and because many of the dogs trained to fight have caused damage to innocent bystanders and children, this breed has been stigmatized by the media and people too ignorant to do the research. The number of successful Pitbull owners (those who have happy lives with their Pitbulls) outweigh the horror stories being displayed in the media. These poor animals have no chance as long as people remain uneducated or only choose to listen to sad stories of how a Pitbull went wrong. Did you also know that most dog bites occur from Golden Retrievers and Cocker? Since the Retriever and Cocker is the most popular breed(s) of dog, it's numbers dictate that bites would occur most often from a more popular breed. Pitbulls are fantastic family pets but need discipline and owners need to be aware of the breeds "quirks" before deciding on owning one. As with ANY breed of dog. Pitbulls great dogs.

Answer 7

NO! They are only as vicious as the owner and their surroundings.

I have had a Pit Bull, Rott's and now a Boxer. They are all great. I will admit to having a preference for female dogs as they are not as territorial as a male dog. I would say this holds true for any breed.

Answer 8

Mine is a big weanie. The first time I brought her home, my two pound cat popped her in the face (she was 25 pounds) and ever since then she rolls over and tucks her tail between her legs when the cat comes strolling by. She loves all people including children, but she can play rough. She has never bitten anyone but people do not understand how powerful the neck of a pit bull is. When she is rolling on her back and wagging her head, people will put their faces close to her's hoping for a lick and then get mad when they get clipped by a tooth. She's not biting but just wagging her head in happiness and her neck is so powerful it whips her head violently from side to side whether she is trying to or not.

Answer 9

No, not at all. It all has to do with how they are raised and trained. ANY breed has the potential for being vicious. I have seen chihuahuas more vicious than any pit bull.

Answer 10

Like any dog breed ,if a Pit Bull is not raised and trained properly , and abused , under socialized , well then yes like any breed of dog you can have a problem dog.

A well bred , trained , socialized , and well taken care of Pit Bull can make a awsome , loyal , loving family pet.

This is not a simple yes or no question.