It's just my opinion and what I've heard and what I've learned..... I agree that there are no bad breeds. There are poorly bred dogs, bad breeders, bad owners. But there is also a difference in the way breeds react when stimulated (i.e., when play turns to attack). Pitbulls, bull dogs, and other breeds can have a "clamp" mentality when over-stimulated. They do not attack in a bite and dodge sort of way like some (what one would call) less dangerous breeds. Once they cross that line, they hang on until it's over. And because of their jaw and chest strength, they are stronger and harder to defend against. A Yorkie could be just as aggressive when in the "red zone" but would be much less deadly to a human able to defend himself. So it would just be an non-fatal incident that would not be publicized.
It's so sad whatever your opinion on the breed....... |