Top Dangerous Dog Breeds
Does Pit Bull Top the List?
The list includes Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, Doberman Pinschers, Chow Chows, Great Danes, and St. Bernards.
While many people own and love these pets, they are still considered a 'risk,' due to their reputation (freerepublic).
Many cities and towns are even beginning to ban many of the dogs on this list in an effort to reduce or eliminate dog attacks, or dog bites. Fear sparks because the majority of dog attacks (according the CDC), happen at home, or a familiar place (the dog's 'territory').
Many dog breeds also gain a bad reputation through dog fights, which becomes 'ingrained' into the breed's line.
A recent example is, Michael Vick, pro athlete who has been in the spot light regarding a dog fighting case.
Dogs are of course the center of many studies, with many people, each with their own reasons, to try to find accurate statistics for dog bites and attacks, both people opposed to these dogs, and supports, because of the faith put in numbers.
There are reported to be thousands of dog bites yearly, however, to be fair, these bites are not all a direct result of dogs on the above mentioned list.
According to one site (dogbitelaw), there are 1,000 bites per day that need treatment in a hospital emergency room, with 26 resulting deaths per year.
However, the number of death per year can vary, and it more frequently reported as having an average of about 14 deaths per year.
The reason for the high death count is because children are most likely to be attacked, due to their size, and are often attacked on the face, or neck, which is the animal's instinct.
Should you be scared of ever owning a dog? Should these 'dangerous' breeds be eliminated?
The best way to approach this subject is becoming an education pet owner. Do the research on the breed in which you are interested, and check your local laws to see if there is a ban on that particular breed (to save the animal from being put down, it is best to follow those laws set in place). Familiarize yourself with their habits, statistics, and if they do in fact pose a threat to you, or your family.
It's recommended that families with small children do not adopt or purchase the breeds from the list, largely due to the statistics involving dog bites and children, and the risks posed.
While these animals may be beautiful, and should perhaps be considered on a case by case basis, it is not worth the risk to your loved ones just to prove someone wrong.
Published by Melissa B
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10 Comments
Post a CommentRottweilers aren't dangerous dogs, I've owned 3 of them in my life time and they were the sweetest dogs I've ever had in my entire life! It just depends on how you train them, including the pit bull, German shepherd, and many others!
Lists like this should not exist. I have owned or known in my life the sweetest Shepherds, Dobies and American Staffordshire Terriers (maybe if people called them THAT instead of pitbull the stigma would fade!) Not to mention a 100+ pound Rottie that was afraid of my Pomeranian mix. The nastiest dogs I have ever known were a dalmation and a collie mix. Do I fear Pongo and Perdie or Lassie? NO. Because every dog has the potential for violence...if they are unfortunate enough to be raised by a violent or neglectful person. Just like every dog has the potential to be a loving member of a family. It's like the saying goes : We become responsible for that which we have tamed.
why the hell are saint bernards up their. I have a saint bernard and pitbull and their are both very good dogs, but saint bernard really?
OK...why are pit bulls always on the top of the list? I mean its only how you raise the dog...I have 3 and they are the sweetest dogs that i have ever had. They are good guard dogs but not all of them will attack a person. None of mine ever did. Maybe because I raised them the way they should be. The right way.
:) I had a chow mix when I was a kiddo, she was a sweetie pie. She was just protective, not aggressive - I think these things should be taken in a case-by-case stride :)
I had a Chow mix that didn't have an aggressive bone in her body except towards hotdogs.
I agree with you, too... Unless you're up to the job and can devote lots of time to your animal, you'd be better off not taking the risk. It wouldn't be good for the animal or your family in the long run.
I was very lucky a while back to rescue a pit bull mix from the execution dock at the SPCA. Turned out to be the most awesome animal I ever met. So I enjoyed your article. I always like to read about my fellow animals.
Thank you for the comment!
Good article. I had a Chow that was the most wonderful, sweet dog. She never bit anyone and only showed aggression one time when some stranger moved to quickly towards me and even then she didn't bite, just jumped between us and growled and barked. However, I wouldn't get one now because of my son. You are absolutely right when you say it just isn't worth the risk!