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boopster · 10-06-2010, 09:18 PM

I know people who have pit bulls and who have never had a problem. But I've also heard horror stories about "family" pit bulls with no history of aggression that snapped and attacked a child or other pet.

Because pit bulls are terriers, they are pre-disposed to be aggressive. And they have the equipment to do great harm. You might have a pit and never have an incident. But as feisty as Yorkies are, it would take only one snap to have a tragedy.

Pit bulls are also an actuarial nightmare. You may find that homeowner's insurance covering dog incidents is difficult or very costly to get.

I would suggest that before you make a decision either way, you read up on the breed.

10-06-2010, 09:18 PM	#4
boopster Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Southern California, USA Posts: 1,643 Blog Entries: 1	I know people who have pit bulls and who have never had a problem. But I've also heard horror stories about "family" pit bulls with no history of aggression that snapped and attacked a child or other pet. Because pit bulls are terriers, they are pre-disposed to be aggressive. And they have the equipment to do great harm. You might have a pit and never have an incident. But as feisty as Yorkies are, it would take only one snap to have a tragedy. Pit bulls are also an actuarial nightmare. You may find that homeowner's insurance covering dog incidents is difficult or very costly to get. I would suggest that before you make a decision either way, you read up on the breed.