The child was badly mauled, but is expected to survive, thanks to the actions of Dwayne Pressley.



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Hanging out with friends in his California neighborhood, Dwayne Pressley heard a strange sound outside. He and a friend went to investigate and discovered a horrifying sight, reported KGET. A 3-year-old boy had fallen from a window next door into a dog pen, where a dog described as a pit bull attacked him. ?I thought he was dead,? Pressley told the station. He jumped the fence into the dog pen and grabbed the child. ?You know he was cold and wet and so I put him inside my jacket, and I?m trying to hold him and trying to get out the gate at the same time,? Pressley told KBAK. ?And the dog is coming at me, coming at me, going this way, going that way. So I?m trying to get help so I can get the kid out of the yard and protect myself at the same time. Oh man. Eternity. Like it would never, like it would never end.?

 

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What ever came of that relationship with the lady you met at church? I believe you were seeing someone else at the time, too-



Still together, and I only date one person at a time, as I value my sanity and my health. 

Smart move! Good for you! 

I thought pit bulls were harmless cute little puppies... 

They are, when they aren't abused and mistreated. 

I, for one, applaud this man for his bravery. He didn't have a gun. He risked his own safety to protect a stranger's child. And yes, as you can see, he is BLACK.

And this thread isn't about pit bulls or bad parenting. Let's give this man his due, he deserves it, no matter how you may feel about certain groups of people. 

He's a brave and great guy to do that! 

Hero for sure. 

They are, when they aren't abused and mistreated.?


Not all of them, dollface. The breed is known to turn on their loving owners. 

I don't know why this subject is so filled with emotion. There are bad Pitts and they are the ones who have been used to fight and kill other animals, abused, beaten and mishandled. They should be put down. But there are also many many great companion dogs.

Every breed is capable of biting. I don't believe that a Pitt raised by a responsible loving owner turns on them any more often than any other dog who might bite. I had a Pitt growing up. I know many others who have them. I've had more Chihuahuas act aggressive in my experience. They are much easier to control since they weigh 4 lbs. lol 

To be fair to pit bulls and SagaciousSighFiGurl, I had a pit bull and I loved him to death. Smart dog for sure.

I also currently know a guy who has a female pit that is one of the most adorable, mellow dogs I have ever met.

Any dog kept chained up outside is apt to be aggressive, which is how the dog in the story is kept, I think. 

That right there is a brave man, and is now a Hero. Good for him! 

There is an organization that tests dog personalities, demeanor and aggressive tendencies. They tested every breed, almost 1000 Pitts were tested in real life situations. Here are the results. The Golden Retriever passed LESS often. Don't get me wrong, Goldens are awesome dogs but the Pitt has been misjudged and maligned in many ways bc of the media frenzy surrounding the dogs who have bitten people.


American temperament testing results 

Amen to that. 

Nevermind personality tests, let?s test the most adorable pit bull against the most aggressive golden retriever in feats of strength...and agility.

Just because some people can keep a mountain lion as a pet doesn?t mean it?s a good idea for anyone. Not all animals are created equal. An aggressive pitbull is a danger to everyone not just the family who keeps it.

Also yes this guy was seriously brave to do that. 

You're right. An aggressive dog isn't a good pet. 

Aggressive dog, ANY dog. Scary situation! Teeth HURT! I hope the baby will be okay from the fall and the dog bites. sigh 

Yep- any dog! Dog bites suck! 

That's why I have an attack Chihuahua. LOL All 5 pounds of him. 

My grandmother had a Chihuahua when I was growing up. Meanest dog I ever met. Her name was Honey but she was not sweet. Bit the crap out of us all the time and never stopped barking. I hated that dog. 

Its funny you guys mention the Chi. Bc in that temperament test, that breed had the lowest score on temperament testing.LOL. They are very popular and bc of that inbreeding is an issue.

I have to say, that's been my experience. They are hard hard hard to train, stubborn, serial barkers and bossy. Of course not all, but lots. But when they're sweet, they're sweet! Hahaa 

I have a dog that's 1/2 Chi- he's huge for a Chi- 22 lbs! Whatever he's mixed with is a dog that's sweet tempered, though- other than that, he's a pain in the butt! 

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Top 10 Most Dangerous Dog Breeds in the World

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Almost all dogs can cause unimaginable damage and danger, but certain breeds are more prone to showing dangerous reactions and cause fatalities! These breeds should be the most attentive to, socialized and trained obedience so that they can live happily in various households and situations!

Although, aggressive traits are in the nature of these dog breeds, proper nurture can play a huge role in turning them into loving and loyal companions!

10. GREAT DANE
Great Dane dangerous dog
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Great Danes can be gentle giants if properly trained and cared for as they already belong among the very emotional and sensitive group of dogs! But, if not trained and socialized from an early age, they can become quite dangerous and aggressive! Considering their massive body height and weight, they can bring about fatalities!

9. BOXER
Boxers, attack and guard dogs
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Boxers are hunting dogs and they have been used as attack and guard dogs ever since being bred! They have a powerful jaw and bite ? which is perfect for protection! But, if not properly trained they can turn out very aggressive attackers! Another thing to keep in mind while training Boxers is to avoid harsh treatment and punishment as these factors can make the situation even worse!

7. ALASKAN MALAMUTE
Alaskan Malamute big sometimes agressive dog
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Alaskan Malamutes are highly energetic dogs and if their energy does not get positively used, they can turn into quite aggressive dogs! They have an emphasized need to hunt for prey, therefore, should be carefully looked after! One other important thing is that they are slow learners, which requires for a lot of patience while training them!

6. SIBERIAN HUSKY
Siberian Husky, working dog
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Siberian Huskies, just like the Alaskan Malamutes, have been bred as working dogs, and that is the reason they are not very social! But, with the right approach and training, you can make them become more friendly and calm! Poor socialization and training will surely turn them into aggressive and dangerous dogs!

5. BULLMASTIFF
Bullmastiffs, agressive temeperaments
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As guard dogs, Bullmastiffs have a natural aggressive temperament, which if not properly cared for can turn out fatal! They are large dogs, therefore, training them and making them obedient is a must in order to avoid unpleasant confrontations!

8. WOLF HYBRID
Wolf Hybrid, cross between grey wolfs and dogs
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As you may have already understood, these dogs are a cross between grey wolves and dogs and this makes them quite unpredictable! They have a head of their own, wild and demanding! Many states have already banned the possibility of owning a Wolf Hybrid as a house pet!



4. DOBERMANN PINSCHER
Doberman Pinschers, agressive toward strangers
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Doberman Pinschers are very intelligent, strong and very sensitive to sound! They will sense danger and will react on their own! They are naturally aggressive towards strangers and also their size plays a role in making them even more dangerous! If not properly trained and obedient, they can cause quite some damage!



3. GERMAN SHEPHERD
German Shepherds, agressive nature.
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German Shepherds can react on great speed and are extremely focused towards taking the danger down, they can cause fatal damage! Their aggressive nature can be somewhat toned down by appropriate training, socialization and affection! In this way, you will get a loyal and a very loving household pet!

2. ROTTWEILER
Rottweilers, dangerous dogs
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Rottweilers have one of the worst tempers, and are also, considered unsuitable family dogs, especially for families where the owner is an amateur, without a calm and assertive nature! They need to be continuously trained and attentive to, in order to avoid dangerous reactions!

1. PIT BULL
Pit Bull, fighter dog
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Pit Bulls are fighter dogs and they will enthusiastically go after their task until completed! They have a very powerful jaw and bite and are well-known to not release their bite so easily! Therefore, they should be trained and socialized from an early age in order to avoid unnecessary dangerous situations!



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