Dogs News and Curiosities

Homeless dogs have found the best of allies in the Animal Rescue League of Boston which with a $ 3 million contribution from the Stanton Foundation is establishing what it will be the first facility in the nation dedicated to taking in homeless dogs, caring for them and preparing them for the adoption. The facility is expected to open this fall. And unlike the regular pond the League will screen the dogs for behavioral problems and try to develop solutions for those problems. More information here

I don’t think there is any other breed out there to be considered “aggressive” like Pit Bulls are. I don’t think it is fare either. Pit Bulls have been bred to be protective not aggressive. Thing is that is up to the owners to pay close attention to the dogs reaction to different circumstances, and identify aggressive behavior when it starts to develop in the pet. One of the causes of aggression could be fear. Dogs aren’t naturally attackers of any kind, they are very sociable creatures and it is very rare that a pet will turn against their owner or any other member of their family for that matter. Another reason is protection. If they feel that their pack members, family or even their territory are in danger they might react aggressively so, Pit Bull owners out there, we recommend you keep an eye on your pets reactions and if something unusual shows, the best bet is to take the dog to the Veterinarian who will be able to address the problem along with you. There is some more information about dog’s aggression in this link, it is very interesting.