Grrrrr..... I Hate Stupid People.

[Hellow]

I do agree that it is very stereotypical and discrimitory to be afraid of a certain breed of dog due to the idiocy of those who own them creating a bad name for said breed. However, you could have tried educating the owner that, even though some dogs of that breed are dogs that will attack others without provocation. The same way that some people think that every person in the world is bad just because a few or most are.

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Off topic:

To those who's emotions are getting flared over an event that someone posted on the internet, take a step back and calm down. For one thing, it's the internet, not real life; for another, arguing and flaming do nothing to help anything.

And the emotions start flying - this is why PT is less active than it was before.

[Catlady711]

To those who's emotions are getting flared over an event that someone posted on the internet, take a step back and calm down. For one thing, it's the internet, not real life; for another, arguing and flaming do nothing to help anything.

And the emotions start flying - this is why PT is less active than it was before.

That reminds me of a cartoon.

[Hellow]

That reminds me of a cartoon.

Heh, XKCD.

[Catlady711]

Heh, XKCD.

ROFL. I had to google XKCD to find out what sort of acronym that stood for. Then I found out that's a page full of comics like this one. I got this one from a friend on another message board. Never did know what it was called or where it came from.

[Daisy and Delilah]

I think Phoenix is a very handsome man. Welcome to Pet Talk to both new members I see have posted here. It's good to have new people in our neighborhood.

I can understand the hurt you felt when someone criticized your handsome boy. However, some people are scared of dogs, no matter what. Above all, the media has helped to poison the public's opinions about Pitties more than anything. After all, we never get to hear the dogs side of the story. I firmly believe any breed could be aggressive and bite somebody without proper training.

Seriously, I am in the older age group too, and, back in the day, people were many times uncertain about any dogs and biting seemed to be more common then. This was before so much training was available. Depending on where the person lived could have been an influence on their perception as well. That may sound weird, but, believe me, things were alot different 30 years ago with domesticated animals.

I know you were proud that so many people commented and praised your beautiful boy. Please try not to let one person bother you, not knowing much about this lady. She might have underlying issues, fears, etc.

I'm glad Krista invited you to join. She is a wonderful person and a great friend of all dogs, Pitties especially.

[carole]

Just wanted to say i have no problem with your responses to my threads, you have alway's answered honestly and with respect IMO, and I thank you for that, you have every right to feel as you do,I just hope you can move on from here and stay with us, it really is a great place, but it is up to you of course, but lurk a while and read other posts and enter in the fun of it all, try putting this one to rest if you can,and i think that cartoon sums it rather well, still we are all human, and we defend ourselves when needed, I understand where you are coming from,anyhow take care and pets to your precious boy,

P.S can i suggest you visit the thread what PT means to me, it really is nice thread and very touching and you will see that PT is a very special place with very special people,don't let one bad run spoil what could be a wonderful future here at PT.

[luvofallhorses]

Aww thanks, Daisy and Delilah. Yes I love the dogs especially pitties, I am glad to be their friends and help out the homeless dogs and cats.