ljs Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 I think pitbulls are are like that whole "extention of your penis" thing.JMO So what does that mean for ladies like me who own a pit bull? (FWIW, mine was a stray running around town that I rescued) It's obvious that I am not a fan of Pit Bulls, but has anyone else that has been around pits notice a strange stare or look that only Pits have in thier eyes? never seen that and I've been around dozens of pit bulls. The only aggressive ones that I know, were trained to be that way- or the owner didn't do jack **** to train them. (lack of training/socialization is almost as bad as training to fight) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins561 Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Its a combination of this and this blank stare, but you can't rally get the feeling of the stare because you are not actually around them. anyone??? lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljs Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Its a combination of thisPic#1= sun in in dogs eyes so he is squinting.... Pic #2- happy dog There's my answer....not sure what you are seeing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljs Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 look at my dogs eye...she is staring down the cat- she's about to kill it.. viscious doggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dockeryfan Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 anyone??? lol You are seriously projecting your fear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins561 Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 You are seriously projecting your fear. I myself am not scared of Pits, I do not trust them around my kids. In an effort to talk my former neighbor to get rid of his pit, I went down and pet the dog that ripped the skin off my dogs legs, several times, she was the normal sweet dog that everyone would want. That streak and random aggressiveness that Pits carry as a breed is what every one should be scared of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins561 Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 One last thing, these dogs attacked thier owner, what does it take for a dog to turn on it's owner? His facebook page, that is very sad btw has pictures of him holding a Pit as a puppy. I thought these dogs showed loyalty to thier owners? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljs Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 One last thing, these dogs attacked thier owner, what does it take for a dog to turn on it's owner?His facebook page, that is very sad btw has pictures of him holding a Pit as a puppy. I thought these dogs showed loyalty to thier owners? They were his brothers dogs..but, a dog who is trained to fight or attack- would probably attack anyone. Find a dog who is well cared for, socialized and trained-who attacks its owner, then we can talk. Besides, you don't go grabbing dogs who are fighting (assuming that is what he did). That is a sure way to get bit. I've seen it happen. A dog doesn't realize you are it's owner- it just feels someone hitting or pulling on them and reacts. Something we practiced in K9 training was getting into a ground fight with another person, then hitting the remote opener on the patrol car to let the dog out. You would think that the dog would know who the handler is, and attack the other person. NO- the dog will almost always go for the person on the bottom of the pile- it is instinct to attack the "weakest link." Even my dog- who is loyal as hell and a total momma's boy- came after me during this exercise (dogs had muzzles on). Tons and tons of practice to get them out of it- and even then it's no guarantee they respond correctly in a real life situation.(these are German and Belgian Shepherds, not Pits FWIW) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyDave Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 The ones I experienced overseas were very friendly and like the Rott I owned were trained to extend their paw for a handshake when they heard the word Ciao. They were determine that their bellies got rubbed or scratched. The ones here in the states seem to be overwhelmingly handled improperly with purpose to fight other dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Harris Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Sometimes the dog owners are apologetic but most often their first reaction is to proclaim that the dog "doesn't normally behave like this". my personal favorite, as the dog is showing its' teeth and growling..."oh, don't worry, he won't bite." i've yet to hear anyone ever say: "run for your life, he'll chew your face off!" but it happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnhay Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 and this blank stare, but you can't rally get the feeling of the stare because you are not actually around them. anyone??? lol I think I know exactly what you're talking about, but I've had similar experiences with other dogs. I think the main point that Pit owners are trying to make is that, when well trained, Pits are as aggressive as any other breed. I tend to agree with this. I do think, however, that in the rare case where Pits are aggressive their instincts kick in and they can be extremely dangerous. That said, I still don't understand what people here are debating. Should people not be allowed to own Pit Bulls or what? The bottom line is, all good owners should be aware that even though their dog is well-behaved and really friendly, they still have the capacity to do some serious damage. They're not humans, and you can't expect them to react rationally in every situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spec138 Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 I thought it was general knowledge that Pits were more prone to aggressive behavior than other breeds, but eh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuicyJ Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 I thought it was general knowledge that Pits were more prone to aggressive behavior than other breeds, but eh. It's also general knowledge that the majority of pit bull owners tend to neglect their dogs & are aggressive natured people.....it's unfortunate because not all of them (the owners) are like that. Dogs emulate their owners.....plain and simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticksboi05 Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 It's also general knowledge that the majority of pit bull owners tend to neglect their dogs & are aggressive natured people.....it's unfortunate because not all of them (the owners) are like that.Dogs emulate their owners.....plain and simple. True but that doesn't negate the fact that training does not ensure 100% that a dog won't attack. It can limit it to a great extent but not eliminate the risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnhay Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 True but that doesn't negate the fact that training does not ensure 100$ that a dog won't attack. It can limit it to a great extent but not eliminate the risk. If I give a dog a hundred bucks, he better not attack me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsaneBoost Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 The Evil Pitbull: Her attacking another dog (really playing): Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljs Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 IB- that is my dog-9 yrs ago(she is 11 now and really grey). nice looking dog! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twa Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 I think I know the look you are talking about with Dobies, kind of cross eyed looking stare dead square into your eyes as if they are trying to stare you down? More that I can't read Dobies well,and I'm very good with sensing most dogs moods/reactions....makes me uneasy,which just makes matters worse:silly: Never had that problem with a Pit,I might not trust their mood but at least I have a good read of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Weirdo Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 My roommate was friends with this kid. He was very shaken up about this. I had been calling him all day and he finally texted me to tell me what was going on. I had no idea until he told me. Very bizarre and sad. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsaneBoost Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 IB- that is my dog-9 yrs ago(she is 11 now and really grey). nice looking dog! Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 This is weird. I have Pitbull/Boxer mix, and he could be the nicest dog around. He's just a big goofball. VERY friendly to small kids, other dogs. He goes after small animals sometimes. But that's to be expected from any dog. Really weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins561 Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 First, whoever posted the tag "Dog eat Dog world" is an idiot. Just read in the news today, a 3 day old was snatched out of it's crib by a Pit and killed. 2009 Fatality: Infant Killed by Pet Pit Bull in Hardy County http://www.dogsbite.org/blog/2009/08/2009-fatality-infant-killed-by-pet-pit.html 3-Day Old Baby Hardy County, WV -- In a developing story, a 3-day old Hardy County boy is dead after being attacked by a pet pit bull. Sheriff's Department investigators say the boy's mother had put him down for bed Saturday night when she had to leave the room to answer a phone call. When she returned she found the pit bull, who had been given to the family just three months earlier, close to her son along with a mixed-breed German Shepherd, both described as family pets. "Investigators say the mother tried to back the dogs away and when she moved closer to the German Shepherd the pit bull grabbed the boy from his bed. The mother told police she choked the dog, but it wouldn't let go of her son. A teenage daughter then came into the room, cornered the dogs and forced them out an open window. Police say the mother tried to help her son until emergency crews arrived. He died on the way to a helicopter-landing zone. Both dogs were put down. The family could be charged with harboring a vicious animal. An investigation continues. The pit bull was purchased from a relative who lives in Maryland three months ago." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corcaigh Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Just read in the news today, a 3 day old was snatched out of it's crib by a Pit and killed. The baby must have been acting in a way to provoke the dog, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins561 Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 The baby must have been acting in a way to provoke the dog, right? Probably drooling or closing it's eyes at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins561 Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Here are some other links in that same website. 04/25/09: 2009 Fatality: Family Pit Bull Kills 11-Month Old Child in Eastpointe 04/01/09: 2009 Fatality: 7-Month Old Boy Killed by Grandmother's Pit Bulls 03/31/09: 2009 Fatality: 18-Month Old Killed by Pit Bull in Luling, TX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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