The debate about the safety of pit bulls has waged for years, and no matter where you stand on the issue, there’s no denying that pit bulls are involved in a large number of attacks annually. That’s why one advocacy group has made it their mission to collects photographs of dogs involved in deadly attacks. The … Read more
It is the most wonderful time of the year, with many of us finishing up our holiday shopping online. Inevitably, online shopping means a delivery worker will end up on your door at one point or another. If you’ve got a dog, this could spell trouble. Dogs are territorial creatures who will protect their space … Read more
A woman is recovering in the hospital today following a brutal attack at a Norfolk Costco. Early reports are scant on details, but they all seem to indicate that the incident involved at least two pit bulls. Police say the woman and her leashed dog were attacked by a pit bull at a Costco in … Read more
With just over a week to go before Election Day, volunteers for both major political parties have been going door to door in support of their favorite candidate. But these volunteers can run into more conflict than just someone of the opposing ideology: dogs who feel threatened by strangers can attack at any moment. That’s … Read more
Montreal’s ban on pit bulls has been criticized by some and celebrated by others. That’s not surprising, considering how polarizing the debate on pit bull safety tends to be. But the ban in Montreal came after a particularly shocking attack – one that shouldn’t be forgotten amidst the flurry of controversy. In June of this year, … Read more
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