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Brotein_Shakez t1_j1uyaho wrote

Pit bulls have the worst rep when in reality, they’re incredible dogs.

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RequiredTraining t1_j1vksu4 wrote

Any dog can be an incredible dog, but Pitbulls should no longer be bred. They are a dangerous breed and even the most well behaving Pitbull can snap and have its instincts kick in. They are bred to fight to the death and ignore all pain. It’s why when they do snap, it’s usually fatal for other dogs and sometimes humans.

I’m glad people find them cute, but they were bred to be monsters. They should not be around any kids or other dogs.

Edit: Here’s a list of countries where the Pitbull is already banned. I wouldn’t be shocked to see it banned in the US within the next decade.

https://banpitbulls.org/where/where-are-pit-bulls-banned-internationally/

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moviejunki t1_j1xy9d8 wrote

We had the sweetest pit... until it snapped one day and full on gutted my beagle for no apparent reason. :(

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Brotein_Shakez t1_j1vla2c wrote

They are NOT a dangerous breed. They like any other dog will act based on how you train and socialize them.

No pitbull “snaps” or has “instincts” to maul you to death.

Don’t even fucking dare say anything else. You are stupid, sound stupid, and look stupid.

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RequiredTraining t1_j1vm5x4 wrote

Some dogs were bread to have great instincts when hunting. Some have great hearing. Others are good for hearding.

I’m sorry facts hurt your feelings, but pit bulls were bred to be monsters. You can nurture it all you want, but nature will come through if the dog is startled, gets old, or just has a bad day. It’s why we don’t have lions as pets…

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Brotein_Shakez t1_j1vmwp7 wrote

Oh so pitbull terriers didn’t come from I believe the UK or Europe to America as “nanny dogs”? You’re stupid. Stop talking

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RequiredTraining t1_j1vnjop wrote

All of your answers can be found here. https://banpitbulls.org/what/what-are-bsl-talking-points/

Also, the the nanny dog is a lie/rumor. All history points to them being used to pin down animals. Literally google it and there are tons of sources.

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SevenBraixen t1_j1wpb2e wrote

Thanks for sharing this! I wasn’t sure how I felt about pit bulls (I’ve heard good arguments from both sides) and have been looking for more academic sources with actual statistics rather than anecdotal stories.

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Brotein_Shakez t1_j1vnnbv wrote

Go kick rocks and don’t bully my breed.

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RequiredTraining t1_j1vnwli wrote

I’m not bullying your breed. I’m giving facts and trying to help someone who may have a family and are thinking about adopting a dangerous breed of dog. If you are happy with you Pit, then so be it. I’m not going to say it should be taken from you.

I don’t think any legislation on Pits is focused on taking them away. They are around preventing breeding and importation.

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askmeaboutmysciatica t1_j1w2d6d wrote

They have a bad rep for a reason, they’re responsible for more lethal maulings than any other breed. And they’re the breed that ends up getting euthanized the most. I wish people would stop breeding them.

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quitblazing OP t1_j1wkrmg wrote

I wish people like you would stop breeding.

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DERBY_OWNERS_CLUB t1_j1xq7ie wrote

So they aren't responsible for more attacks and deaths than other breeds? Why aren't all of the Golden Retrievers or Labs with "bad owners" killing people?

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askmeaboutmysciatica t1_j1wn1c0 wrote

People, why the hell do we talk about pitbulls this way? They are animals created by people for the purpose of blood sport, but the second you acknowledge that they often act in accordance with this intention, everyone gets emotional. Your pitbull might be nice, but there’s a reason many people are uncomfortable around them.

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quitblazing OP t1_j1uze2k wrote

They are by far my favorite breed. My family has 4 already. All rescues also.

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Brotein_Shakez t1_j1uzzi4 wrote

YES! I rescued Dexter from a Staten Island killer shelter. I also have a soft spot for Rottweilers

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paintedwoodpile t1_j1v4vai wrote

My GF had a medium-large Rotty when we met. He's intimidating to see at first. Then you meet him and he's a lovable oaf that snores louder than me. He just wants food and lots and lots of pets and his unicorn plush toy.

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Brotein_Shakez t1_j1v57if wrote

Me and my ex rescued a rottie together. He was I think 11 months and from a home in McKeesport. He is a tank of a dog and he’s a total clown. He’s super protective of me and my ex though.

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