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American Pit Bull Terriers
I know there are a lot of people who own or love Pit Bull Terriers, but they are on this list for two good reasons, the first being the fact that these dogs were bred for one purpose, this being to fight. They were bred for generations to be tenacious, aggressive, and to have a killer bite, a jaw that can hold very strongly. The other reason is that their very name elicits fear, making this dog a choice of criminals or people who want to appear “tough”. This is not the right reason to get a dog. These people often mishandle the dog intentionally to make it mean or aggressive, or they get a dog to be “cool” and are not properly familiar with how to correctly train and discipline such a dog. A dog raised like this is a dangerous thing. While Pit Bull Terriers may make wonderful pets when owned by a knowledgeable person, and handled correctly, this is one breed that if a person makes mistakes, they can cause serious problems.
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Chow Chow
Again, there are many wonderful Chow Chow dogs, and I do not want to take anything away from those dogs, or their owners. The problem with this breed is simply that they have a reputation of being unpredictable. They will turn on somebody without warning. Chow Chows are one breed that some dog groomers will actually refuse to handle, simply because of their unpredictable nature. This nature may be due to the fact that this is an very ancient breed, being closer to wolves than the newer breeds.
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Feral, or Wild, Dogs
A feral dog is a dog that has gone wild. Many feral, or wild, dogs form packs, and often they do not fear people. Feral dogs are dangerous and will kill other dogs for food. They are a big threat to livestock, and because they for packs they are extremely effective hunters. As well, when threatened, they will attack humans. Feral dogs are also a danger to other dogs simply because they can carry parasites or diseases. A dog who has lived wild for some time will not easily be tamed. In many areas where spaying and neutering is not common, there are real problems with feral and wild dogs.
Art by Author. Don’t let size fool you, a poorly trained small dog can be nasty.
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Untrained Dogs
A dog who has never learned basic commands or obedience has not understood one very important thing, that being: People are the boss. A dog who has been allowed to do what it wants will think it is dominant. If unchallenged this is not usually an issue. The problem occurs when the owner really does need the dog to obey, or a child asks the dog to do something, or the dog becomes lost and somebody other than the owner has to handle it. If a dog thinks it is the boss, it will be a very dangerous dog, be it big or small.
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Unsocialized Dogs
Socialization is another skill dogs need to learn. Socialized dogs are ones that are exposed to many situations. This is often the small or toy breeds. Their owners tend to shelter them from any potentially scary situation. These dogs are very dangerous because animals have a fear response known as the “fight or flight” response. In a scary situation they either run, or fight. Since running may not always be an option, they may fight. This is something animal shelter workers often encounter in stray dogs, particularly small breeds. An unsocialized dog is going to have a more difficult time at the dog groomer, veterinarian, or the dog kennel if it goes for boarding. It is often small dogs that are not properly socialized.
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Dogs Who Are Kept in Chains
Dogs who are kept chained up are apt to be more aggressive than dogs kept in dog runs, indoors, or in a fenced yard. Even dogs kept in small kennels are less aggressive than a dog who is kept tied up. When you tie up a dog it does not see that it has a boundary, this creates frustration. Even well trained, well mannered dogs have been shown to experience higher instances of aggression if they are kept on a chain rather than loose in an fenced area.
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B Nelson, author
On June 15, 2008 at 9:17 am
I just want to clarify again, that yes, there are many wonderful Pit Bulls, and Chows, and some excellent owners for both. I am not attacking either breed, simply stating facts. I personally own a donkey, and they are known to be dangerous too.
Christy Tuller
On June 15, 2008 at 10:51 am
I agree that there are some very dangerous dogs in both Pit Bulls and Chows. Other breeds that I found to be dangerous were, Chihuahua’s, Rottweilers, and some German Shepherds. People should always be careful when approaching any dog they do not know. Great article.
salvatore
On June 15, 2008 at 12:41 pm
excellent article, well done.
Ruby Hawk
On June 15, 2008 at 4:39 pm
Even the friendliest dog can turn on a child(or adult) if the dog is surprised or accidently hurt,but Pitt Bull,Chows and children do not mix.
Jessica Peeler
On June 16, 2008 at 2:32 pm
This is mean,wrong and DUMM!CHOWS ARE PRTEKTIV!And…I HAD A CHOW ONSCE!AND YOU WONNA KNOW WHAT HAPPEND TO HIM…HE DIDED OF HART WORMS AND A HEET STROKE! SO BACK OFF STOOPID!
B Nelson
On June 17, 2008 at 11:59 am
Jessica.. you will note that I said NOT all dogs are bad… but the breed as a whole has this KNOWN nature, relax.
B. Vicario
On June 19, 2008 at 6:33 am
Sorry dont agree, you’re attacking ‘breeds’ based on the actions of dogs belonging to this breed. The actions of dogs made dangerous by the ‘people’ who own them. I own two boxers, the Boxer, or German Bulldog to use its original breed name, was bred for bullfighting and gear baiting. During World War 2 Boxers were used as guard and attack dogs. Yet my two Boxers are wonderful around my 5 year old duaghter and 4 year old son, because my wife and me have made sure that both dogs are well trianed and monitored. It’s common sense that makes a safe dog out of any breed and ignorance and stupidity that makes a dangerous dog out of any dog. I suggest you spend time around more breeds of dog including breeds bred for specific fighting purposes. You’ll soon discover that its people who make dangerous dogs out of particular dogs not out of particular breeds!
B. Vicario
On June 19, 2008 at 6:34 am
Sorry meant to say Bear baiting not gear baiting, just to clarify that.
wbusykat4
On June 19, 2008 at 10:23 pm
I absolutely hate seeing dogs chained! It should be against the law! Great article…Kat
frootbat31
On June 21, 2008 at 9:48 am
I worked in a kennel for a year and found Cocker Spaniels to be rather mean dogs. Even having said that, the last three on your list are by far more important to realize than the actual breed. Any dog can be mean- even the breeds not known for being biters- but Pit Bulls have everything they need to actually kill someone (as do Rotties and Chows).
I judge a dog on the owner’s behavior. That gives very telling hints to the animal’s disposition.
David B.
On June 21, 2008 at 1:30 pm
I agree with B. Vicario and frootbat31 in that it is not the breed that makes a dog dangerous and vicious. I believe it is mainly the human’s fault. As a whole, humans don’t understand how dogs behave. There are so many that get abused so much by their owners that they just snap. If a person were put in the same position as these dogs, they wouldn’t act much different. Now yes, some of the bigger dogs can do a lot of damage if they bite, but I have been bitten by so many of the small to toy dogs that are not properly taken care of. It is just that sometimes this is their only way to communicate. I have a pit bull. He is the most loving and kind dog that I have ever seen. I also have a 16 month old daughter and they are the best of friends. I treat my dog with the respect he deserves and let him know the rules in a kind manner. It is the people that abuse and neglect their dogs that is the true problem.
Ronald Marbles
On June 22, 2008 at 3:07 am
I believe that any dog can be dangerous. I have a friend who has a pitbull and he is so friendly that if you take a bone from his mouth he will come lick you to give it back. Why? Because he trained him to be that way. But I agree that sometimes pit bulls are more prone to attack someone than other breeds.
I have had 5 Dalmatians one time. Now, dalmatians are very famous for being child friendly and happy and playful. Two of them were very friendly and they simply adored my nieces and nephews and you could play with them any time…even while they were eating. The other two were a little shy and took them longer to get accustomed. But then we had a girl dalmatian who was worse than a pit bull. We never understood why, because she was in the same environment as the other 4. We have a huge garden and we let them roam there and in the house as much as they want to. Once our neighbors cat jumped into our garden and that was it. We had to get rid of her before she does something worse.
Beth Krajewski
On June 23, 2008 at 6:20 pm
Over my lifetime my husband and I have been owned by dozens of dogs. All breeds, many mixed breeds. We agree chaining is just not a good idea. A large kennel or run is a better alternative with the codicil attached that the animal is taken out at least twice a day for a good leg-stretcher.
We have found that ALL breeds can be loving or dangerous depending upon the environment in which they were raised. This I must stress applies to all breeds from A to Z. Not all vicious dogs are large breeds either!
The Biggest Cookie-Puss we ever owned topped out at 80 pounds (a Lab-Shepherd mix) while the most aggressive is by far our 15-pound Jack Russell Terrier.
Great article! How bout more?
William Carter
On July 17, 2008 at 10:59 am
The statement that pit bull jaws lock is a myth. They lock because they choose to. Their jaws do NOT have a majic locking mechanism.
Pits are Not for the casual dog owner. Some shady breeders breed them specifically for fighting, but reputible breeders do not. Most pit bull owners would be first to call police to a fight.
Callista
On July 20, 2008 at 2:21 pm
In truth, Pits and Chows are potentially MORE dangerous, as are ill trained, and neglected pets, You can still love them as a breed, but at least be honest about the reality of these dogs. If a chow bites somebody it will be way worse than a Chihuahua.
this comment is to the other comments.
I breed and show dogs, and will not dsipute the facts that some breeds really are potentially more dangerous, espeically in wrong hands.
Simply by stating facts is NOT threating a breed, or calling for the destruction of dogs of that breed, it is just facts.
Sarah T
On August 7, 2008 at 11:07 pm
I don’t agree with #1. APBT can not lock their jaws. They were not breed to fight either. I do agree with the last 3. I truly wish people would take responsibility for there dogs. Laws for bad owners need to be tougher. Any dog can be aggressive, I’ve had the worst luck with little dogs, I do not blame the dogs for there behavior, I blame the owners. I own 3 dogs (2 pit/lab mixes and a dachshund/basset hound) and all are well behaved, discipline is first in my house and I take the time to socialize my dogs and to exercise them.
Audrey and Bert
On August 10, 2008 at 7:20 pm
we Breed Staffies, the \”lock\” jaw thing is debatable, but Sarah T is wrong about the origin. All terriers were bred for hunting/killing or fighting. Even the tiny Yorkie was bred for hunting. Terriers are more \”mouth agressive\” than other breeds, it is a fact. We try to breed to stay away from negative agressive traits, but are honest about the breed.
Melissa
On August 27, 2008 at 10:03 am
if you read everything that you wrote maybe you would realize that it isnt the breed its the idiot people who buy them i have worked with pit bulls and many other breeds, any dog can be dangerous its how there raised why should one breed be disriminated agaisnt when its humans that make them what they are i have met plenty of dogs that were not pit bulls or chow chows that were meaner then almost all of the pit bulls and chow chows i have met for example i know of a yellow shepard who is more dangerous than any pit bull you will ever meet he is at the Cattaurgus County SPCA he has been there since 1999 and was brought in at 6 months old he still lives in that shelter as we speak he will never be adopted because of how agressive he is and you people are worried about pit bulls have you ever actually spent time with a pit bull that lived in a shelter have you ever actually spent time with a one that was brought in for fighting well i have and its not the breed that makes the dog its the owner because if you give these dogs a chance they will be more loyal to you then anything they want out of what people put them through just as much as we want them out of it there is no such thing as a natural agressive breed just naturally stupid people who give them a bad name maybe you should spend a little more time with a breed before you discriminate against it any dog can be aggresive people just pick on pit bulls because there a known fighting dog well how about picking on the people that made them a known fighting dog instead of the dogs they didnt make them selves into a fighting dog people did take Michael Vick for instance look how many dog he made into fighting dogs and look what happened with them some of those dogs have families now with little kids but all you want to do is discriminate agaisnt the breed because of a bad reputation well how about you get some experiance with them before you judge!!!
lena
On August 30, 2008 at 8:09 am
Having been bitten by labs (whom I thought were loving animals no less), goldens, boston terriers, and a chow…I will definitely say it’s the owners and not the animal’s fault. I’ve owned several dangerous dogs and I know what triggers my dogs and have trained them accordingly. I have learned to read their body language and not put them in precarious predicaments that would set them up to fail.
Ultimately I have owned four rottweilers over a fifteen year span whom have NEVER bitten me or the children in my care. Ironically I have told these same children never to approach a strange dog the way they approach mine because it’s simply and strange dog and you have no idea what may trigger that dog to attack.
Darla
On September 19, 2008 at 11:44 am
I have had many chow chows in my life and still have two. they are wonderful dogs i have never once had a problem with them.
connor
On September 27, 2008 at 4:34 pm
JAPINISE AKITA BEST FIGHYING DOG EVA
Lau 777
On October 2, 2008 at 11:36 am
Recently, Ecuadorian people could prove how dangerous are Pit Bulls. 2 dogs killed a 7-years-old boy…. his mother tried to safe him, but it was useless.Images were terrifying.!!!!
I don’t know why the government doesn`t demand licences in order to safe human lifes ….
There have been a lot of cases like that and nobody does anything.
Great article!!!
Jessica
On October 24, 2008 at 8:38 am
Hi
We had a Cho and it was the most friendliest dog we’ve had. It was also good with kids
We own a Boerboel and I must it’s not as friendly as the Chow
Dotun
On October 27, 2008 at 5:00 pm
I do agree a dog is agreesive or dangerous naturally, but all agressiveness and its dangerous acts depends on the owner, a dog can be dangerous but if it was trained to be gengle and accomodating then it has to be and if it was trained to be wild it will, even a pet dog can be trained to be wild while a pitbull can be trained to be as gentle as water, so the owner determines what he wants his dog to be like, all dogs are wild and one should not get near a strange dog, they cant be predicted even when seems not to attack at first sight.
Presa Canario
On October 28, 2008 at 11:30 pm
WHAT A STUPID LIST, YOU FORGOT HUNGRY DOGS #7. A HUNGRY DOG CAN BRCOME PRETTY MEAN RRRRRRROOF, GET A LIFE! WATCH OUT FOR PITBULLS AND CHOW-CHOW’S. “STUPIDITY” NOW THAT IS A DANGEROUS BREED!
Oshen
On October 30, 2008 at 12:24 am
I would like everybody to look up the ATTS Breed Statistics. Every
dog has been ranked in percentage on temperment. I have a English Staffie, she is the best dog ever.Great with kids, thats why there call NANNIE DOGS in England. She has been attacked three times by little dogs.One ripped her shin off her side and she never faught back. Please look at the list and tell people who the REAL scary dogs are. We have hard time finding a place to live because we have her but people with little dogs have no problems when really their dogs are far more aggreasive.
R M
On December 1, 2008 at 5:12 am
connors statement and poor spelling sum up their own and a general pointless damaging attitude towards dogs and Lau 777 hasnt taken note of anything a lot of the people on here are saying and that is that ‘poor ownership and neglect’ and NOT the breeds are responsible, talk about buying into the hate mongering! And if you beleive all statistics then Canadian statistics for dog bites had Pitbulls, before their ban, being one of the lowest, with Labs and German Shepards at the top. Its the ignorant and harmful owners not the breeds people.
robert
On December 7, 2008 at 3:34 pm
i have read alot of articles over dogs and why some breeds are considered dangerous and this is the best one yet. good job
ashley goeken
On January 12, 2009 at 12:40 pm
i agree with every one who deefended the pit bull and agree that it is not the breed it is the dumb owners who have dangerous dogs and any one who says somthing bad about one breed better have personaly been attacked and known tho owner to be a perfect pet owner! because i personaly have a pit bull who is perfect with my 8 year old sister and all of her friends who sit on her take her toys out from under her and the other thing young children do without thinking and she is always perfect
Jessica Martin
On January 17, 2009 at 12:06 pm
I know that even the nicest dogs can turn mean, but you need to understand that sometimes only the dogs who have had a bad past are the ones that turn aggressive. I am only 12 but I work at an animal shelter so I have worked with pittbulls and rottwilers so to me they are not aggressive to me.I am careful around any dog.I do not fall for any T.V show that shows dogs attacking humans becaues it shows every dogs little slip-up and every little negitive thing about them. I do love dogs and i know if we treat them with respect they will do the same because we love them and they love us.
Jessica Martin
On January 17, 2009 at 12:49 pm
I belive I have seen some things that maybe you all have seen but I am not sure. I have seen a dog living in his pee and waste in a small cage no food or water.I have seen a abandoned dog with a yeast infection and a broken knee.I have seen a dog die of starvation.I have seen a man looking for his missing dog that wondered of to a neighbors house looking for food the neighbor shot the dog while his owner walked up to ask if he had seen his dog around he awnsered the door holding nothing but the dogs collar with the gun on the table.Thats what I mean when I say a bad past.
Brenda Elmore
On January 17, 2009 at 2:24 pm
Even a 12 year old knows the truth about these so called dangerous dogs. Koodos to Jessica. she said, that gentle dogs can turn aggressive, It’s all in how they are treated and taken care of and their past history. I also am a volunteer at a animal shelter and have seen many dogs come and go. and some of the nicest ones we’ve ever had are the pit bulls, also we have a very sweet chow right now… So those of you who think it’s the dogs fault it’s not it’s the stupid owners that make these good dogs go bad. Maybe all that think that pit bulls and chows etc. are killers. should spend countless hours volunteering to help these wonderful animals find forver homes! and see how they really behave
ANONOMOUS
On January 17, 2009 at 5:47 pm
I want you all to know that the 12 year old girl is right.There is no such thing as a vicious dog. only a vicious owner.There is a good heart in every dog.but if it attacks we will only find an explination.if you are a dog that has been trained to attack and your master why did you do that.’dog’.I just did what you wanted me too’.
B Nelson
On January 21, 2009 at 1:18 pm
to Jessica and Anonomous.. and anyone else with concerns that 2 breeds were mentioned. I have worked at a shelter for 5 years and known some good Pits and Chows, but on average, they are simply more dangerous because of size, breeding, and strength. You will note that I did include untrained and unsocialized dogs as also being dangerous.
People who think ANY dog is 100% safe are fooling themselves and endangering others. In many cases where dogs attack it was a “first time occurance” and the owners were shocked. Obviously you are not going to keep a dog known for attacking so theoretically an attack is usually a first time offense, frequently they occur on family members (children) who trusted the dog too much, or whose parents trusted the dog too much.
THis is NOT an anti-dog or anti-breed link – its just common sense information to be aware of.
cj
On January 30, 2009 at 10:19 pm
hnads down best all around dog is the boxer
Debra Schroder
On January 31, 2009 at 11:46 pm
I also agree with Jessica I know by what she wrote is true but if you really whant to get what she says you need to read it over and read \”I am careful around any dog \” because what she really means is that no dog is 100% safe. I have worked at an animal shelter for 12 years and i know the facts.
Andrew
On February 1, 2009 at 12:15 am
I also agree with jessica, brenda and debra they all seem to know that no dog is bad untrained doga not so much. I HOPE YOU RELIZE B NELSON THAT JESSICA SAID THAT THE DOGS THAT HAVE ONLY HAD A BAD PAST ARE THE ONES THAT TURN AGGRESIVE AND SHE WASENT EVEN TALKING TO YOU SO OBVIOUSLY ALL 4 OF US KNOW WHAT WERE TALKING ABOUT BECAUSE THAT GIRL IS ALOT SMARTER THAN YOU WILL EVER THINK.
B Nelson
On February 1, 2009 at 10:35 pm
to Debra – yes you are right, a person should be careful around any dog, it sadens me particularly when parents \”think\” their dog is safe around young kids and leave them unattended for a while to come back to a disaster, for which ultimately the dog will pay the price.
to Andrew- relax….
not all abused dogs turn violent, and not all violent dogs were abused in the past. some very very spoiled dogs are the ones that become the problems because they think they are the \”alpha\” dog and when pushed become a HUGE liabilty. Never think any dog is for sure safe..
P lechema
On February 11, 2009 at 1:41 pm
hi i total agree tht any breed of dog can be sweet and loyal i hv two pit bulls very big dogs tht look like poeple thnk they are bt i treated them rite since they i wer puppies kids cry wen i wlk thm in ma niehbour hood and say i say tht these dogs are very kind and i say the only thng between me and ma dogs u mst be scard of is me coz it all depends on how u treat thm wit love they show tht these dogs are treated gud bt if i treated thm bad it wll show to and there is nthng more sik thn a bad owner
Amanda
On March 24, 2009 at 1:42 am
I have to agree that any dog, large or small, should be supervised while with children.
I’ve been working with animals for almost 6 years now, and I’ve come across a great number of breeds. I’ve come across grumpy standard poodles, labs, french bull terriors, miniature pinschers, dobermans, portuguese water dogs, a chihuahua, and about 2 german shepherds, and one chow. But these breeds aren’t considered “dangerous”. I understand why these individuals are grumpy, and I don’t blame their breed. (Mr. Nelson, I know you’re not “attacking” the breed, you’re just trying to be informative.)
But I can’t say the first paragraph didn’t boil my blood.
Tony
On March 27, 2009 at 10:34 pm
This is so stupid, using this logic than black people are more dangerous because there is more blacks in jail.You r so stupid.All dogs start the same, neglegence is what makes them dangerous You moron!!!!!!!!!!!
B Nelson
On March 29, 2009 at 11:20 am
to Tony #41… how does this have anything to do with “black people”? being in jail does not indicate if one is more dangerous than another, it simply means one had worse luck, or worse legal representation. Dogs and people are not handled the same way.
I have used physical traits and KNOWN behavior patterns of the breeds mentioned as well as handling and training.
I think alot of people would respect owners of dogs if more people simply said “yes, this breed can inflict MORE DAMAGE, than another breed, and owners should be careful”.
In no way am I saying we should eliminate a certain breed, and I never said anything about black people.
luv my pit
On April 30, 2009 at 9:07 am
“Even the friendliest dog can turn on a child(or adult) if the dog is surprised or accidentally hurt,but Pitt Bull,Chows and children do not mix.”
oh no i have a pit and a child. what ever am i doing to do. They sleep together, play together, cuddle together. he is her dog and no one elses. In fact my pit prefers children to adults and plays with all the neighborhood kids. I love my pit and as long as you raise them right and train them there is nothing to worry about.
Luke
On May 3, 2009 at 5:19 am
“THis is NOT an anti-dog or anti-breed link – its just common sense information to be aware of.
if this isn’t an anti-breed link why don’t you get your facts strait. Pit bulls (or any dog for that matter) can NOT lock jaw. Do they have a strong hold, yes, but they CAN let go.
I agree that pits were bread to fight, but you have to remember that those dogs were very rarely aggressive to their owners. The owners were the ones breaking up fights.
Sophie
On May 23, 2009 at 9:49 pm
People are obviously getting defensive here, and not reading the facts and accepting them as such. If the media were to back off certain breeds perhaps people wouldnt get so defensive.
A person shouldnt have a dog that they know is risky, and then say “its perfectly safe with kids” no dog is safe with kids and anyone who thinks so is an idiot, obviously a pitbull is going to be more dangerous than a chihuahua, so the point of the aticle is correct. Read more, fight less.
jp
On July 16, 2009 at 7:25 pm
my black lab is about 100 % non agressive i do whatever i want with that dog and all he wants to do is play so hes not dangerous at all and the most agressive dog ive ever seen is my dads freinds rottweiler u get close to his yard he tryes to kill u and pittbulls arent agressive dogs dippends on the owner
jp
On July 16, 2009 at 7:30 pm
if u have a little kid do not get a duchshund or a chihuahua i have a duchund and a lab and the duchshund tryes to bite everyone it sees and tryes to be domminant over my lab and hes only 7 month old and the lab is 1 year and a half hes always trying too bite him and it might be because the duchshund isent nutered and the lab is
sobrie
On July 28, 2009 at 10:16 pm
during my whole life i had pit bulls and chows and so many other breeds and i have to say u cant just go around thinking a dog is mean just becuase of its breed so far people like u goin around sayin stuff like this has everyone thinkin the same thing just yasterday i saw someone walk up to pit bull and said they wanted one then some out of nowhere said no that a bad breed of dog and it was just a puppy people like u tick me off so bad if yall had a pit bull or a chow then yall would see how much they are really good dogs and make really good compains and so far small dogs show more teeth than any other dogs so when all comes down i blame the owners and the people that dont find them proper homes to go to
Kinga
On September 22, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Great except I think it wasn’t neccesary to name breeds because a Lab can be more agressive than a pit if brought up the way a pit might be. The same goes for Chows. Also most of the time the “pit bulls” AREN’T true APBT’s but American Bullies, mixes of bulldogs, mastiffs and other “tough” breeds used for fighting.
Anyway, great article. I just think ANYthing promoting the pit or the chow as a “dangerous” breed, even if it states that not all of the breed is like that is just adding to the problem of breed bans and anti-breed stuff. I know you didn’t mean it that way, though.
Belynda Mitchell
On October 8, 2009 at 8:03 am
I think a lot of people on here are missing the point. Pit bulls by their nature are not dogs to have around children, any responsible parent would never allow that to happen and chows are very unpredictable and so the same applies. There aren\’t many bad dogs but there are a hell of a lot of bad owners!!!!!
MM
On October 11, 2009 at 1:55 am
SHELTIES RULE!!! Mine is smart, sweet, friendly and beautiful. Thinks everything and everyone is his business. Always wants to please. Hates only my ex-husband.
Girl
On January 18, 2010 at 7:55 am
Umm, this does not make sense to me. ANY DOG can be dangerous, while you pick pit bulls and chows. Okay, the pit bull. They are dangerous because of their backround. If you train them well, they can be great dogs. Same with chows. If you train a wild dog, then they are good.
The problem is that most Pit Bulls now that are bad are in shelters when they are NEGLECTED by their owner. I could probably think of ten people right now who mistreated their dogs. If you want a good Chow Chow or Pit Bull, go to a true breeder and check their history.
Thank you
Girl
On January 18, 2010 at 7:58 am
Like I’ve been saying, most people who have commented here do not know what they are saying. LOOK AT THE FACTS, PEOPLE! And if you only look at the bad history of dogs, get a cat.
Dogs are like children: if you want it, then you’ll have to take care of them.
Again, Thank you.
Girl
On January 18, 2010 at 8:05 am
The best dogs are:
Labs
Goldens
Dachshunds (because I have one, and learns fast. just be persistent. Dachshunds MUST be socialized to be good. And my dachshund’s parents started well when they were trained, so make sure when you get one that it’s parent is not ignorant, etc. And Chihuahuas….. I haven’t any experience with these dogs. My vet owns five dachshunds that are like Border Collies. I swear, I will breed these cute dachsies nd make them the best!)
AND OF COURSE BORDER COLLIES
Man
On January 18, 2010 at 8:08 am
Hey, dudes. I was lookin at da pics, nd they r not exceptable. The dog with scales, or they dogs with horns! Look at humans. I’d rather have horns then hav guns around with me all of the time! We are the most dangerous: THE FACT. I took a survey on my family and they all agree (gots myself lots of cool peoples, bout 10 of us all together, so wassup???!!!)
Brian
On May 2, 2010 at 11:38 pm
Learn your facts!!!!! It is a FACT that there are more dog bites each year from LABS than any other breed of dogs. Now explain why isn’t this breed on your nonfactual little list that you obviously sat and made up all by yourself without any actual knowledge of anything that has to do with breeds of dogs. Your whole list is nothing but a bunch of CRAP!!!
B Nelson
On May 3, 2010 at 12:12 am
to Brian
Please reread.
This is not a link on which breeds are more likely to Bite.. its on which DOGS are the most Dangerous.
Labs are considered soft mouthed dogs, bred to retrieve things gently, when they bite (and I never said they dont) they do not break the skin as often as Terriers, simply because Terriers were bred to hunt and kill.
this is NOT an anti-breed link, even the BEST Pit and Chow owners know their dogs are risky
a Lab who isnt well trained or socialized, or who is trained, is going to be a problem.. as I clearly mentioned when talking about those things.. as ANY dog could be a problem
Kytha
On May 4, 2010 at 11:19 am
The article isn’t saying pit bulls and chows are all evil. It annoys me when I read an article aimed at informing the general public and all these dog owners feel personally attacked because their dog is not like that. It’s like they actually believe certain animals are not more aggressive than others. Yes how you rear an animal determines mostly how they behave but other animals are just naturally more aggressive, larger, and have the capability to cause more damage. This doesn’t make YOUR DOG some wicked child biting animal, it just means to be more alert towards animals like this. I just get so annoyed hearing people “defend” these dogs when nobody is attacking them to begin with
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