SouthernPit,
SouthernPit said:
It is the responsibility for anyone looking at purchasing a dog to do research on it first. No matter what breed of dog it is. So, if someone does not read up on a breed, temperment, confirmation, ect, that seems that would be their fault if they were to run out and get one without educating themselves on the breed.
I absolutely agree!
SouthernPit said:
Pits are wonderful dogs. They are no different than a Chihuahua or Lab.
..Huh? How can you say that? There is a world of difference between a Pit and a Chihuahua. Just like there is a world of difference between a Chi and a Labrador.
(BTW - If you meant that they are equal to Chis and Labs in their ability to provide good companionship, I agree.
SouthernPit said:
Saying people should mention the flaws of the breed, is not really fair.
Why not? If someone asks me about Border Collies, another terribly misunderstood breed, I would tell them both the things that are great about BCs, and the things that are not so great. It's up to that person to decide whether or not the breed is good for them, based on the information they recieve.
If you say what's wonderful about them, it's only fair to mention their traits that are not so great. (Keeping in mind that everyone's idea of a good trait often varies. I love intense dogs, whereas some people see that as a bad thing.)
Pits are terriers... They are strong, (in both body and will) extremely active and fearless - as any Terrier should be. There are downsides to that, which makes them unsuitable pets for many people. They are a "dominant" breed, and they have tendencies towards dog-aggression. THOSE are the 'downsides' of the Pit that unfortunately never seem to be mentioned, and I think they should. It's not BAD, and it's got nothing to do with all the false information out there about them.
SouthernPit said:
It all boils down to, any dog can bite, every dog breed is not right for everyone. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to find out what dog is for them!
Agreed.
Regarding the Pom killing the baby, that is an example of extremely irresponsible owners and, even worse, irresponsible parents. It's got nothing to do with the breed - I agree with you that bites in general have nothing to do with the breed. It's about the individual animal, its owners, and its breeding.
I'd continue writing a "novel" here but I've gotta get going! Good post!