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Originally Posted by TNGary
As a non pit bull owner, and with "no dog in the fight" as they say in the south, I am curious as the benefit of owning pit bull when based on their statistical reputation surely there are other dog options, such as labs etc.
Being neutral on this subject, if I were to get a large dog, Pit's would not be on the list. Just trying to understand what myself and others are missing here regarding how the benefits offset the potential downside. Thank you
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As a breed. I believe would prefer to have a Lab at my side rather than a Pit Bull if I were attacked by a human. Labs are bigger and more mentally stable than most Pit Bulls or show breeds. So, I think the Lab would be more "courageous" in defending their master. They are smarter than most breeds. The Pit Bull might get confused. Now, if I were attacked by another dog or a small child, the Pit Bull might be the better option.
Plus, IMO the Pit Bull is WAY ugly. The Lab has an intelligent and almost regal look about him.
I agree that, early on, the developers were correct - mixing junkyard dogs and fragile old human beings is a bad, illogical mix!