Originally Posted by Princes mom (Post 2792794) Sorry, mental image of Killer whales playing with the seals before they eat them popped into my head. To Britster: I'm sorry but this photo makes me uncomfortable. Look closely at the expression on the GSD's face. He's being directly charged by the PB, but his attention is on your dog, Jackson. This is a red flag situation, IMHO. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/att...ong-image5.jpg

Originally Posted by kjc (Post 2793123) Lol, the German Shepherd wasn't bothered by Jackson one bit. The GS actually wasn't even running -- Jackson was the only one running. If you look close, the GS is in fact looking at the other dog, not Jackson. But even if he was looking at Jackson, he's not looking at him in a threatening way, his tongue is out, tail is curled/up, ear is kinda floppy. He's not in a fight mode. And he was the calmest dog in the whole park. That other dog is also not a Pit Bull and I would never put Jackson in a life threatening or "red flag" situation. All the dogs in the dog park this day were extremely calm and friendly, there was hardly any running going on except for a few skirts, and the main dog Jackson played with the entire time was a little cockapoo.

Originally Posted by kalina82 (Post 2792528) the fact of the matter is no large dog, regardless of the breed, should be left alone with a small dog. large dogs can easily hurt or kill a small dog whether its in play or in a fight.

Originally Posted by lucirbc (Post 2793224) Pitbulls are not genetically mean, they are eager to please, which makes them easy to train for whatever you want to use them for! And just another tid bit: Of all the dogs they confiscated from the Michael Visk compound, only very few (like 2) were put down, only one for aggression and the other one because she was so unhealthy.... ... Many today are under the misunderstanding that Pit Bulls were bred historically for fighting against each other. This is a myth that has been perpetuated by some registries over time that have supported such activities. While some individual Pits have been bred for this purpose it is important to note that this is but an infinitesimal part of the the breeds background and has never been practiced by more than a small percentage of its owners. Dog on dog fighting has never been the true and full purpose of the bred as a whole and those who continue to make such claims only pervert history and taint the true nature and beauty of the American Pit Bull Terrier....

The only reason Michael Vicks' dogs were not destroyed was because the whole world was watching!!! The dogs were placed in homes where they would be the only pet, for obvious reasons.

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup: Nice history lesson, but I was referring to the last 50 years. And I was not referring to the true aficionados of the breed, but the underworld gamblers and lowlifes who have overbred and inbred these dogs to their hearts' delight all in the interest of making money, having no clue as to what the standard is. If you believe the article saying it's a small percentage of the dogs in existence, I truly have my doubts. Why are the shelters, pounds, humane societies and rescue groups literally overflowing with these dogs? I have nothing against the true breed of APBT, they are magnificent, beautiful dogs. But there are too many BYB at least here in Baltimore that I wouldn't trust the temperment of any acquired in the entire state. It is a rampant problem here. Until you see a brand spanking new Jaquar pull up in front of the vet's office, the driver gets out, walks around to the trunk, opens it, and requests that we remove the dog from the trunk. Inside, we were hardput to find a spot of skin on this APBT that did not have a puncture wound within a half inch radius of the next. I don't know why she was still alive. That's when the realization hits you smack in the face, and it ain't pretty. She was a dump, the owner never came back. That happened 15 years ago.

I never said or implied that these dogs were bred legitimately for dog x dog fighting. Most larger breeds were originally bred for protection of home and family, farm animals, or hunting. But they are now. And I think the number is bigger than anyone wants to admit or believe.

Originally Posted by Britster (Post 2793230) I didn't say I saw agression from any dog in your photo. I think I may be seeing Prey interest from the GSD, who looks like a young dog (still a pup? = floppy ear). My worry is that those expressions can be misinterpreted = problem. Email it to Cesar!

Originally Posted by kjc (Post 2793663) But there are too many BYB at least here in Baltimore that I wouldn't trust the temperment of any acquired in the entire state. It is a rampant problem here. [/LEFT]

Originally Posted by EverythingMiley (Post 2794392) I think we all need to respect those that fear big dogs..people can't help what or who they are afraid of..my advice to those that are afraid..education is a powerful tool..

Originally Posted by BaxtersMommy (Post 2794473) I am certainly not afraid of ANY dog. I am a pet sitter and take care of ALL kinds of dogs. I think all of us are just really in love with our little Yorkies and would never think of putting them in a dangerous position. The fact is.....Pits and other big dogs have killed little dogs! So, why take the chance. This subject can be argued all day long. But just because we dont care for pits and dont want our babies around them, does not mean WE are afraid of them. After personally witnessing several Pit Bull's go crazy, who ALL had wonderful owners, I will NEVER change my mind. There is a reason they are fighters.