Hot Debates

"Would you be concerned if your son and DIL planned to keep a Pit Bull mix (now 6 mos. old) after finding they are expecting twins? "

Not if the dog was well trained, properly socialized, and had no history of aggressive behavior.  My concerns would be the same regardless of breed.  I think it is a horrible shame that Pitt Bulls (WONDERFUL dogs, IME) are given such a bad rap.... all because some nasty humans train them improperly/abuse them :(

Statistically small dogs are more likely to bite anyway.

"Having a pit-bull around a baby is a bad idea."

Only if the dog has been mistreated.  I grew up with a 120 lb Rottweiler/Doberman/Black Lab mix.  He was a true gentle giant.  He was also properly trained and socialized and never abused.  He played 'mama' to all the kittens we ever had, never showed an oz of aggression toward any living creature, was absolutely wonderful with my niece and nephews and any other small children who came over.  It's not about the breed/size of the dog.  It's about how the owners raised the dog.

" If the owner is not recognized as the pack leader then the dog will have trouble listening to the owner when it comes to commonds to leave the child alone. "

That's very true!  If this dog is not well trained, they should definately rectify that ASAP, otherwise, start looking for a good home for the dog.

"More than a third of bites, but only represent a small percentage of the total dog population."

Of those Pitt Bulls, how many were abused, neglected, mistreated, or trained specifically to be anti-social?  Hate to put it out there, but it's like saying poor people are more dangerous than rich people.