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 site claims that some animal control officials mislabel the breeds of dangerous dogs, which is why photographic evidence is so critical.
Another reason why the photos are helpful? Because dog breeding can get messy, genetically speaking. Not all mutts are the same – indeed, many have troubling backgrounds, with traits of pit bulls, Rottweilers and bull dogs lying dormant until it is too late. While it’s impossible to know a dog’s temperament by looking at them, it certainly helps to recognize generally what violent dogs look like.
Dogs Bite has photos of 26 of the 29 dogs involved in fatal attacks in 2016. Most often, these photos come from the news media in their reporting of the incidents. Many advocate for a mandatory release of photos of every dog quarantined after a dangerous attack. While its true that dogs of any breed can and do snap, causing injuries and fatalities, pit bulls are consistently one of the leading breeds associated with such behavior. Awareness of what these dogs – purebred or mixed – look like is a matter of public safety.
We recommend familiarizing yourself with the dogs involved in deadly attacks, but stay cautious of all unfamiliar dogs. No matter the breed, if an animal feels threatened, they are likely to lash out in dangerous ways.
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