What are your opinions on Pit Bulls?

Answer 1

The reality is, these dogs were not originally bred to fight, it came into their history early on, but is not what they were bred for.

They are strong, smart dogs. These types of dogs, in the wrong hands, are dangerous. I am not denying that a pit can do more damage than a chihuahua, but it doesnt make the dog more likely to bite just because its a pit, theyare not natural born killers. Because the dogs are capable of doing quite a bit of damage, they are the dogs you see on the news all of the time, not the chihuahua.

I am a nurse, our best therapy dog is an Am Staff, she is dream dog.

I work in rescue, I have seen a pit come after a cop.

I have seen BOTH sides of the breed. People do not realize it is not the dogs fault they are not properly trained. It is not the dogs fault that the wrong people get them for the wrong reason. I say this phrase atleast daily PUNISH THE DEED NOT THE BREED.

To me it's bigotry, whenever someone wants to ban pits just because their pits, it reminds me of Hitler and his regime....

People are influenced by the media, and the media never seems to have a positive pit story out there (Our local news actually did once, the above therapy dog had a little segment)

I find most people bad mouthing pits, have never met one that is kept as a pet, (not a bad news story or some drug dealers status symbol. )

If you want to ban pits (and rotties always seem to get grouped in there too), you have to add akitas, chows, shepherds, danes, malamutes, and labs to the list as well.

This is something I deal with on almost a daily basis, so I am sorry I wrote a novel, I have become very compassionate for this cause.

Here is a website of reported dog bites.... any and ALL dog breeds bite!
http://www.understand-a-bull.com/BSL/OtherBreedBites/AllDogsBite.htm

Answer 2

Pit bulls are without a doubt the most controversial canine on the planet.

The accounts of these canines range from war hero to The Hound of the Baskervilles.

There are many opposing opinions being voiced loudly on all sides of the pitbull issue.

For many people that have either grown up around pitbulls or have come to know the breed understand, that the pit bulls described in the present day media are far from the family pet that they know.

Yet on the other side are those people that have been injured, maimed, and even killed by pit bulls, or at least a dog that was called a pitbull.

I say called a pitbull because the average persons opinion of just what pit bulls look like varies greatly.

This site was designed to demonstrate the misconceptions of just what pit bulls are, what pitbulls look like, and what kind of dogs they truly are.

In the U.S. from 1979 to 1996, 304 people have died from dog attacks.

The breeds most frequently implicated were Pit bulls, Rottweilers, and German Shepherds.

Truly, there just isn't a better friend in the world than your dog, and pit bulls are no exception.

There is a unique bond between dogs and humans, unlike any other animal on the planet.

Dogs have played an important roll in the lives of human beings all through history. Some of the earliest "fossil" finds of dog and man together date back to 10,000 BC.

What's the "Real Dog" versus the common present day perception?

Right now there probably isn't a canine that is more maligned or misunderstood than pit bulls are. The fact is that these dogs didn't always have this "Hell Hound" mystique.

Pitbulls or pitbull dogs, did not get their freighting reputation because of their genetic makeup.

Unfortunately, this very combination of strength and agility has caused some unscrupulous people (Thugs) to breed aggressive pitbulls, so that they can exploit their athletic power for their own profit, or ego.

Pitbulls also have become popular with some people for all the wrong reasons. The hell that dog fighters put these creatures through is truly deplorable by any standards.

What has also added to the pitbulls "Bad To The Bone" reputation is that some people out there only buy pitbulls because they want to own the"Badest Dog On The Block"

Answer 3

The Pit Bull "problem" is media sensationalism at it's worst.

Sure there are bad Pits out there, but there are many more good ones. I think it is unfair to single out one or two breeds for vilification, while ignoring all the attacks by other less maligned breeds. A Lab can be just as dangerous or mean as any Pittie or Rottie, if they've been mistreated.

Banning Pit Bulls as a whole, just because a few attack, makes about as much sense as banning/getting rid of all African-Americans because some ghetto gangbanger shoots some white guy.

I've owned Rotts my whole life and would trust them way above some of the other "family friendly" breeds such as retrievers and collies.

Answer 4

This question (almost verbatim) was asked just recently and is now resolved. Do a search for it or click on my name to get to my answers for more perspectives on this issue, in cse people don't want to be redundant by posting twice.

To give a brief answer, pit bulls (and all breeds under this umbrella term) can make truely AMAZING pets when in the right hands. A responsible pit bull owner takes the time and effort to train, socialize, and properly raise their bully breed to be an excellent ambassador for and representative of the breed. A responsible owner ALSO recognizes and respects the distinct genetic tendencies of the breed (such as dog aggression and high prey drive), and takes proactive measures to ensure the safety of their dog as well as others at all times. This means having control of the dog at all times and insisting upon good manners and behvaior.

This question is bound to evoke controversial responses, and it is my hope that you will take each one with a grain of salt and then take the initiative to do the reseach and decide for yourself what you think of the breed.

Some helpful and credible websites:

understand-a-bull.com
happypitbull.com (my personal favorite)
badrap.org

Answer 5

Pit Bulls are okay, it's just some of the owners that I have a problem with. Also, Pit Bulls should be handled with 'kid gloves' because they do have the ability to do very destructive harm to other animals (including humans as animals).

Every animal gets angry (again including humans). Do you really know what you are capable of doing when pushed to a breaking point? Of course not, and the same thing with a Pit Bull regardless of how well it is raised.

Hard to say on that one.

Answer 6

The biggest problem with pit bulls are irresponsible breeders and owners. There's nothing wrong with owning a pit. There is everything wrong with making it fight. When you own a pit YOU HAVE to keep it under control. Leashed, on a chain, or in a fence at ALL times when it's not in the house. People are afraid of these dogs. I do not care if your dog is the sweetest thing in the world, you need to keep it confined or on leash for its safety as well as the saftey other people and dogs. They are bred to be dog aggressive, this means that you can't let them get loose around other pple dogs. Even if your dog doesn't go after dogs, you can't treat them as you would a golden retriever. They are dominate type dogs and need careful, educated handling.

Answer 7

I think Pit Bulls, just like any dog, have the potential to be great or not so great. It's all about training, which I think is wonderful for all dogs and their owners. Basic obedience training gives you and your dog lots of satisfaction and maybe the opportunity to show that a Pit Bull can be a super pet.

Answer 8

They should be required by law to be spayed/neutered and only licensed breeders should be able to breed them, then only a select few. They are really great dogs that fall into the wrong hands thru backyard breeders or ones who breed to attain a certain image, such as a blocky head with no regard for bettering the breed. My parents had a pit bull for many years, he was so sweet, loved to be kissed on the top of the head, but strong as an ox and his previous owner just couldn't handle him, but we had room for him to run. We spent many hours together in the yard just sitting side by side and watching the cars go by. He was good company.

Answer 9

I don't think they are any more dangerous than any other dog. I think that they are breed of choice for people who want to fight their dogs and people who want to attack train their dog.

Any dog can "turn" and become dangerous, even the little toy dogs. Pits are a bigger dog that can do more damage than a small dog, that's probably why they get more noticed. When people are bitten by small dogs, no one cares.

My next door neighbours have a Pit and he's the biggest baby I've ever met.

If you ban Pits (which they have where I live), then you have to ban Shepards, Rotts and any other big dog.

Answer 10

My opinions on pit bulls...

Honestly, it depends on a number of factors... I take care of a pit that my sister owns. She's the sweetest dog in the world.

I have been bitten, accidentally, by this dog, when she jumped to lick me, and her teeth caught my lower lip. Pierced clean through, but the way her jaws and teeth are configured are hardly her fault.

I have never, honestly, met a mean pit. I know they are out there and I know there are a number of factors that contribute to their existence.

But truly? Pit bulls are a breed made by man. The (undeserved, IMHO) bad reputation they have is not their fault, but ours alone. If we would take responsibility, and treat them correctly, there would never have to be a problem.