" someone needs to do something with pitbulls. how many attacks is it going to take before someone dies from these dogs. They should be muzzled or illegal within city limits. "

" I've never been for banning breeds, because it's the owners responsibility to control their animal. But clearly owners of these breeds need to have their animals licensed because of the harm they can cause.

And before anyone starts the yeah, but rhetoric. All dogs need to know the pack leader, from pomeranians to pit bulls. It is the owner who is the pack leader, and some do that very well. There is no margin of error with these dogs. Don't ban, them, require owner licenses, and hold owners responsible for any harm their animal causes. "

" I love dogs and have two of my own, both Labs, I think we should do one better than a ban and eradicate the breed. "

" of these stories do we have to read?! Sure pitbulls can be great dogs when coupled with great owners, but time and time again pitbull owners prove that they are either ill-equipped to properly train them or are encouraging this aggressive and dangerous behavior! While I am definitely against the idea of punishing the whole for crimes of the few, there is only one clear way to avoid these types of attacks and that is to ban the breed altogether. "

" Pit Bull dog lovers will say its the owners fault not the dog. That may be true but Pit Bull's are by bread to be aggressive and their first natural instink is to attack instead of flight when they feel threatened. I think there should be a special permit that is very pricey for Pit owners if not banned altogether. "

" but they are such great loving dogs "

" ... oh please, will someone tell me again what a great breed of dog this is? Is it again the victims fault? Was the dog used to being teased by a lawn mower?

I'd like to start getting a profile on these dog owners. For example, are tax payers paying for their housing and groceries? Obviously, these owners are not responsible people so it makes me wonder. And I say, "Not on my dollar you don't" These are the same people that don't take seriously when innocent people are hurt because of their actions. Start finding out more about these owners. I feel that either I have the right to know or they can give up the dog. "

" While I reside here in Lincoln not Omaha, I have to say i think the ownership of Pit bulls should be much like that of gun laws. Require them to be registered not just licensed. Three years ago my son got bit in the leg by a pit bull merely for riding his bike past it. Yes I witnessed it as the dog for whatever reason decided to lay in our front yard (the owners were nowhere around, but lived just three houses away) and all of a sudden when my son was coming home the dog got up charged him and bit him in the leg. Luckily that was all the damage done, but yes there was a puncture wound!!! I have had a Pit Bull attack my Chihuahua while we were at a public dog run. I say either outlaw them all together or treat them just like gun ownership. "

" Well enough is enough...what is it going to take for people to see this is a violent breed??
4 attacks in 1 week?? Come on people!! "

" This has nothing to do with the breed, it's the owner. These aren't the droids you're looking for. Sweetheart, I swear I've never seen her before. The check is in the mail. "

" Not bad dogs. Bad breeding. Bad owners. "

" How many more injuries are we going to have to have in order for Omaha and surrounding towns to make it illegal to own a pit bull? This is uncalled for and someone needs to start doing something about it. Why was the pit bull off of a leash? Does anyone know how or why the dog was able to reach the guy mowing his yard. "

" I can't believe this was a pitbull. What a surprise. "

" If you own one of these dogs, all your asking for is TROUBLE. Pit bulls are ment as fighting dogs, they see everyone/thing as a threat and they will attack. Sure there are those who will say "but mine isnt that way" just give them the chance its in the breed. This breed among other breeds need to be baned. "

" So how many of you PETA nitwits are going to keep saying that its not the breeds/dogs/both/either fault? How many times does someone have to be attacked by these dogs before you wise up? Oh, not till it happens to you because your little fido is just so loving and would never attack someone. Yeah right! Get rid of them all. "

" its the losers that this breed attracts that is the problem. if a good owner had this breed there wouldn't be a problem. when treated with respect and dignity & trained correctly this is a great breed of dog. "

" Maybe make pitbull owners have liability insurance. "

" These are careless owners who don't take care of their dogs. If this was a rottweiler or any other breed dog this wouldn't even be a big deal. If you can't take care of a pitbill then you shouldn't have one. I run a pitbull breeding business, and have never had any issues with my dogs. Its all about the owners and how you take care of them. What a joke this is. "

" The wrong people realized pit bulls are extremely loyal and eager to please. They are trained to fight! Ask Micheal Vick why he had a whole team of losers training his dogs to fight, they don't do it on their own. Do a little research about this breed of dog. "

" Strange...I was watching ESPN last night, and saw a pit bull win a freestyle disc (frisbee) contest. The dog was fast, energetic, and quite apparently enjoyed what he was doing. The dog climbed on his trainer, ran around in close proximity to the watching crowd...and amazingly, never bit or attacked a single person. He certainly didn't act like a vicious, bloodthirsty hell-hound...perhaps this is because he's been brought up the way a dog should be brought up...and not by wanna-be tough guys or criminals who could make almost any breed of dog into a killer. "

" Pit Bulls are bred to be agressive against other dogs, not humans. Breeders systematicaly erradicate individuals who show agressivness towards humans. That said, dogs who attack humans were not raised properly and the OWNER should be charged and punished, not the breed, or other owners of the breed. Pit Bulls pass the American Kennel Clubs tempremnt test with better results than labs, retrievers, and dalmations. This is not a case of an overly aggressive animal running amok in society, it is a case of incredibly irresponsible owners who display criminal negligance in letting their animals display this behavior. Several of Michael Vicks dogs are now loving pets and one of them is a therapy dog for terminaly ill patients, these dogs are wonderfull animals and to ban them would display nothing but ignorance on the part of the community at large "

" Everytime I read about another pitbull attack I'm reminded of the wannabe gang bangers who live down the street from me who have one chained up in their backyard. My neighborhood is filled with kids playing outside all the time. I stopped walking my dog past their house because their dog goes insane when it sees my dog. "

" Its not these dogs fault! It is the fault of that guy! What a jerk mowing his lawn! Doesn't he know that will set off pit bulls? So will walking, swinging on a swing, playing in the park, sleeping, reading, watching TV, riding your bike, playing video games, cooking dinner, walking your dog, talking on your cell phone, tying your shoe, opening your apartment door, picking flowers and breathing. "

" Same story, different day.

Same excuses, different day.

Time for the federal government to step in and do something regarding vicious dogs. Ban the dogs. Severe penalties for owners whose dogs attack someone. Death penalty for the owners of dogs who kill someone.

And anyone that says its the owner not the breed needs to be slapped upside the head 100 times. You guys are like an annoying broken record. "

" I would like to apologize to the woman walking a pit bull near 56th & Normal last night. When I saw her coming and recognized the breed, I grabbed my dog's leash a little tighter and we gave the pit a wide berth.

I realize my actions were probably rude and inconsiderate, as the pit was a beautiful animal and barely acknowledged our presence, but I know that if something happened, my passive beagle would lose - and I would likely get hurt as well.

I know I "profiled" your dog based on his breed - you gave the impression of being a nice woman and a responsible owner - but unfortunately I do not believe training is enough to overcome natural instinct. Earlier in our walk, my beagle came across a rabbit scent. As you likely know, beagles have been bred for centuries to hunt rabbits. Although my hound has never come close to catching a rabbit, when he gets a scent, that is the only thing on his mind. Natural instinct will always overrule training. Therefore, if we cross paths again, it will be from separate sides of the street. "

" My wife and I and our dog were attacked by 2 pit bulls a few years ago while we were camping in Iowa. The owner of the dogs was from Omaha. I can tell you it was the scariest thing I've ever experienced. My wife still is traumatized by it any time she sees a pit bull. These idiots that insist on owning one of these weapons, yes weapon, not pet, needs to
be required to have a minimum 1 million dollar liability policy. "

" For the most part I agree with what you are saying. However, judging by the type of persons that own these dogs, I'd bet not a one of them have the financial means to satisfy any liability arising from such an instance. Let the debate begin. "

" Wow....

Do you want to know that of all owners? Because I do own a lab and I DO NOT get money from your taxes for food/housing. I pay taxes and follow the law. I think if you want that for dog owners same should be for people having children. If you can't pay for food/housing...take the child away but we do not do that in the US. I do not agree with you having that information on dog owners as I do not think I should know that information about people who are having children.

It is the owner not necessarily the breed. Small dogs can do damage as well and it is usually the owner of a dog who bites that is the problem. It is people not respecting laws and others around them that cause problems. "

" Watch Caeser Milan, Dog Whisperer, NG T.V.....it's not the dogs...it's the irrisponsible owners and like 'trainer' says the losers attracted to this breed. not to mention if it's not a pit doing the attacking - it's not likely to be reported or it's buried deep in the bowels or the paper. "

" The most appropriate comment so far. " The losers that these breeds attrack that is the cause. " They sit at home all day , no job, and watch the idiots on TV and think I want to be cool like them. They can't think on their own, so they watch some loser on TV show them how it's done. They treat their dogs better then the kids they produce and wonder why we don't do the same. We need to make it harder for these people to carry on the lifestyle they have become so accustomed to. Until that happens nothing will change. "

" Prayers for the man that got bit. The stupid coments on here are not worth addressing. "

" simple fact is you have to ban the breed. many people who have pit bulls are not responsible enough to train them properly, liscence them or keep them away from other dogs/people. you can put all the restrictions on these owners and the problem will not go away. this can happen in lincoln. try walking down 9th or 10th street j to south street. ive seen a ton of these dogs. most owners have them as a status symbol, not for companionship. the real loser in this whole thing is the pit bulls themselves. they could have been a great pet, however reckless owners have caused this whole mess. hey, if your looking for a new pet and you have choosen a pit bull ask yourself "why?". if your number one answer isnt for companionship and its for anything else get a different dog. your not reposnible enough to own one. in fact, buy a parrot instead. "

" i used to have a pit, from when she was only couple months old, and she NEVER attacked or bit anyone! she played with me or anyone else just like any other dog ive ever been around. the problem is not the breed itself it is the BREEDERS!! people breed these dogs to be strong and aggressive. some raise them FOR dog fights. this is a dog! not a monster! blame the owner!!! "

" All dogs - regardless of breed - may bite when threatened. Even my Shih Tzu could bite if she is threatened. That being said, if my Shih Tzu bites you it might hurt a little. She might even be able to break the skin, but your life will never be in danger. A Pitbull (or a Rotti, or German Shepard) may be as friendly as all get out but if threatened its bite may very well be deadly.

Should we eliminate pitbulls (or German Shepards or Rottis)? No. Can't be done anyway. There will always be underground breeders.

Owners of these breeds must however be held to a different standard. They should be required to attend (with their dog) obediance training. The should be required to be inside a 10' fence when off leash. If they are outside the fence they should wear a muzzle. Owners should be subject to a criminal background check and those with a past of violent crime should be denied ownership. These owners should be required to carry special insurance in the event their dog attacks a person. Also there should be a one bite and you're out rule with these dogs. Any owner who doesn't meet these requirements should be required to surrender their dog. "

" I wonder - has anyone compared the numbers? Say, in a year's time in Nebraska: attacks by Pit Bulls vs. attacks by any other breeds? "

" To Just Curious-
The federal government did a 20 year study of dog bite-related human fatalities between 1979 and 1998. Pit bulls are at the top of the list. Rottweilers are second and German shepherds a distant third.
Glad to help. "

" For all of you who say it is the owner and not the dog...That's bull.
There are a lot of German shepherd owners who are not responsible and do we hear about all the german shepherd attacks..No Do we hear about the Lab attacks from the irresponsible lab owners which I am sure there are out there. Pitbull are bread to be mean. I had a vet tell me once that there are two kinds of pitbulls Ones that don't like animals and ones that don't like people. Don't let your pitbull near me or it's a gonner. "

" My son was bit by a pitt bull today, in Omaha. He was with my fience' at his office, witch is a bigrig termenal. They were walking in to the repair office when the pitt, that the owner had tied up by the doors, snapped and tried to bit them. The owner was also waitting for her truck to get repaired.((((( SHE WAS INSIDE THE BUILDING WATCHING TV!!!)))))
When my 12 year old son and fience' walked out THE PITT BULL attacked my son and bit him in the face. The owner had nothing to say...
Some people will say it is not the dogs faught. This breed of dogs has been breed for fighting for 100's of years. It is in the blood.. You also have all the inter breeding and cross breeding. People do still FIGHT this breed of dog. They can not be changed, it will always be in thier blood lines. I do also blame MAN for the way these dogs are today.. "

" I find it interesting that not much information is given about the owners of these dogs........... also didnt I read that there were 4 dog attacks in omaha why are we only hearing about the 2 pit bull attacks.... what breeds were the other two dogs? "

" I've been attacked gardening before...I still cringe when I see a pit. Now, I always keep mace with me when I'm out working in the yard. If one ever approaches me again this time I'M going for the kill. "

" I am sure that all sides of this issue are valid to those commenting; the truth is that ignorance breeds fear. I purchaced a Rottweiler after much research and thought. I was able to see the Mother and Father and ALL vet records. I trained her 2X a day for 30-45 min. for 2 months.
Any one who says that instinct is not a significant part of any breed is daft. This dog was caring, loving and gentile - though not at 1st. Do any of you all realize what a commitment 2hrs. of training a day for 2 Mos. is/takes? I knew from research that I would have to really instill in this dog who was boss and what behavior was OK/not OK. Still, she was always fenced, leashed and in sight.
Pit Bulls have an insinctual urge to 'fight/protect/just plain dominate'. Any One who does not believe this is ignorant-as is the fool who takes on this dog as a 'pet'and is not prepared to do SEVERAL months of daily, intense training. I would wager that few who own this breed are prepared for/and or do this training and vigilant observation that is needed.
These dogs just do not belong among the general population - due to both the breed AND the owner. "

" y'all are missing the point with this argument. blame the dog breed or blame the owner/breeder is misdirected. look at the statistics and there is a clear pattern that these dogs are a public safety issue that deserves serious attention. it is likely that both sides of this argument have some merit although there are stories of 'bad' dogs in the hands of 'good trainers and most surely 'good' dogs in the hands of 'bad' trainers. additional insurance, training for dog or human, steep fines for ownership, ban the dogs. . .maybe these are all part of the solution. yes, there will probably always be underground breeders, but these dogs won't be out terrorizing the neighbors who's safety is compromised by their mere presence. "

" You people that keep saying that it’s the owner not the breed seem to forget one thing. This type of person will continue to own these dogs if they are not banned. There are far more BAD owners than good. I am sorry if you are a good owner. I feel bad that you may have to lose your pet. But neither I nor any one else should have to be in danger of a bad owner because one in fifty MIGHT be a good owner. You can not trust some of these people to even license these dogs let alone get a permit, make sure shots are up to date, keep the dog secure or muzzled or have any insurance against a possible attack. I would bet that even the so called good owners don’t have insurance against their dog attacking someone. Why would they when they don’t expect them to attack? There is only one smart solution and that is for the breed to be banned. That way if someone knows that their neighbor is harboring one of these dogs they can turn them in. That takes the responsibility away from any possible bad owners which as I said far outweigh the good ones. If you love dogs so much I am sure it won’t be long until you find a less ferocious breed to love. And to the person that wants to know what other breed was included in the 4 attacks. They were all Pits the little girl in the wagon, a boy the same day a few blocks away, a police officer a day later and the man mowing his lawn all PIT BULLS. And all 4 never did that before. "

" Pit Bulls are not the only dogs that are mean. look at rotweillers and chows even labs can be mean. it all depends on how they are raised. and yes the owners are responsible for the dogs no matter what kind of dog it is. even little dogs can bite kids and do damage. maybe we should ban all dogs period. all dogs bite and get mean. not just pit bulls. yes i feel bad for the little girl who was attacked and i am glad that dog has been put down. but lets not take it out on all pit bulls and ban them all together. owners need to be responsible for their dogs no matter what breed. i have had a pit bull since he was 4 1/2 months old and he is not mean to kids or adults. he is very playful. so letts not ban all pit bulls. "

" This site allows you to test yourself and see if you can correctly identify a pit bull. http://www.pitbullsontheweb.com/petbull/findpit.html It took me 8 tries to find the right dog, and I am familiar with the breed. When someone gets bit and they report it was pit bull (because it kind of looked like one)when in fact it wasn't. I'm not saying that pits never attack, but I also think they are unfairly blamed in a lot of instances. "

" The sad truth is that is both the breed and the owner. The breed has been bred for CENTURIES to protect and attack. The owners will only find new dogs to make mean when they can't have a pitbull any more. "

" The sad truth is that the problem is both the breed AND the owner. The breed has been bred for CENTURIES to protect and attack. The owners will only find new dogs to make mean when they can't have a pitbull any more. "

" I'm not talking about you. (I love labs by the way.) I'm talking about those people with pit bulls that seem to have a contempt for their own community. I just wonder if they contribute anything or if they themselves are the danger rather that blaming an entire breed of dog. Sorry if I offended you. "

" Call Animal Control. Keeping a dog chained in the back yard is cruelty. I own an American Staffordshire Terrier. He is, perhaps, the biggest baby I've ever seen in my life. However...I do NOT allow him off leash, ever. I do not take him into my yard unless I am with him. I walk him on a short leash (2 ft) and we walk, we do not stop to smell the trees. If I see another dog walker approaching, I cross the street, not because I believe my dog would ever attack another dog, but because most people are fearful and quite frankly I don't need my dog exposed to their fear, and I don't need their little yorkie or whatever barking like mad at my dog and antagonizing him. We live next door to a small dog (min pin) and this dog has bitten my daughter numerous times. My point in all this is that I consider myself to be a responsible owner, I understand that I have a powerful dog who could indeed do damage if antagonized to the point of having to defend himself, or feeling he had to defend himself. I have found that many owners of small dogs seem to feel that there is no reason whatsoever to even try to control what their little dog does. Sure, that dog might do little damage (although any dog bite will hurt), but is it any better for the owner of a small dog to allow it to run wild then for the owner of a large dog to do the same? Anyone who owns a dog should have the courtesy to train it to behave. "Pit bulls" require training and discipline, as does any dog. Irresponsible owners should be held liable if they allow thier animal to run loose and if they allow their animal to become aggressive. Certainly, if anything would ever happen with my dog, I would consider it a failure on my part to properly control my dog. I would consider myself responsible. And just for the record, I am NOT on any kind of public assistance (not that it's anyone's business). And also for the record, my vet has told me that they get bitten by more little dogs and labs then they do by pits. These dogs get a lot of bad press. You want statistics? 20% of bites attributed to pit bulls are in fact not pit bulls at all. It seems any dog that bites is automatically labeled a pit. Notice we never see actual pictures of the dogs. How many of you would even know a pit if you saw one? "

" On the news last night, six or seven dog attacks were mentioned as occurring in Omaha this week; the commentator said, "all but one of them were pitbulls." Assessing blame is secondary, you folks so hung up on whether it's the breed or the owner, the biggest issue is that is happening in the first place, no matter whose fault it is. Did you see that dear little cherub on TV with her head a roadmap of stitches, and a chunk gone from her skull? Assessing blame, lawsuits, etc. aside, think of the lifetime effects on this innocent child, and the trauma these children and their mothers suffered. That girl may never have normal hair growth, and even though she will likely be too young to consciously remember the attack after time has passed, the trauma is still there, deep in her memory, to affect her life by causing fear, distrust, etc. We must set priorities on this issue! "

" Something is wrong with our society when we value animals over our children. "

" Any dog can be aggressive given the right provocation. Any dog, any breed is still limited in their behavior by the fact that they run on their instincts. There is NO SUCH THING AS A DOMESTICATED ANIMAL!!! While we may exert a certain amount of control over our animals, and yes, many go through their lives without ever hurting anyone or acting aggressive, there is ALWAYS the risk that an animal will hurt someone given the right situation. I personally own two dogs. They have never hurt anyone, but I always take precautions just to be on the safe side. I speak with my neighbors so they are well aquainted with them and know each dog's personality. I watch my kids and others. I have one breed that is "known" for their territoriality, but frankly, with the exception of small rodents, has never growled (even at a rodent) or even raised the hair on his neck around anyone, family or stranger alike. He's the biggest marshmallow I've ever seen. But yet, I always remember he is an animal, not given to rational thought as we are. I have seen many breeds, doberman's, rottweiller's, etc. who are known as aggressive breeds be the biggest cupcakes, and others who would tear your head off. Owners need to know their dog's, but frankly, those who are allowing their dogs to roam free, or don't take responsibility when their dog does do something aggressive aren't going to care about licensing their dogs, training their dogs, or even loving their dogs appropriately or raising them in an environment that would greatly minimize those behaviors. The answer is not a banning of a breed - it is owner's diligence. But just like everything else, like guns, drugs, etc., we can't MAKE people act responsibly. Oh, and my little girl was bitten by a dog unprovoked - a golden retriever, a supposedly gentle breed - the incident was reported appropriately and luckily it wasn't serious, but just goes to show that it's not just "pit bulls" who are the issue. "

" out of all of the pit bulls owned in nebraska we hear of only a handful of attacks from this breed a year. from what i understand, the two most notable stories i know of right now is the pit bull attacking the little girl and the other dog (breed unknown but not a pit bull) attacking a small boy and walking off. obviously there is just as much of a chance to be bitten by any dog for any reason and to look at pit bulls as a bad breed is about as stupid as racial profiling. any dog owner should be responsible for their animals training and it is in the training that makes the difference. "

" http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/local/baltimore_city/bal-md.ci.pitbull23oct23,0,7163330.story "

" There are at least two pitbulls in my neighborhood that have been running at large at times. Both are owned by people who admit they have no control over the animals. One even fears for her children's safety to the extent the children are not allowed to be alone with the dog. What joy they must get from owning such animals. "

" OK, since apparently all dogs bite and we can't ban any, we need to make the dog owner responsible for anything the dog does. If a dog bites, charge the owner with assult, if the dog viciously attacks, charge the dog with aggravated assault, and if the dog kills, charge the owner with murder. I believe New York convicted a couple for the death of a neighbor from their dog. Works for me. This way you can keep lovable fido, but you will be forced to be responsible in keeping the neighbors from harm. "

" Awww....but they're so cute and sweet and cuddly! He was always the sweetest dog before the attack! I'm truly surprised by this! Surely the man minding his own business did something to provoke the poor pooch! He was probably mowing his lawn too aggressively near the dog. Now he'll know better.

Puh-lease. "

" For all of you saying that it's the owner and not the breed...then I suggest banning the owners, too. There are too many of you that are completely irresponsible and have ruined it. I expect all pet owners to keep their dogs on their own property, too, but that never happens. Let's gather all of you up and you can all have your own little community and leave the rest of us to walk the streets safely. "

" I hear pitbulls do not wear flag pins, we should force owners of pitbulls to put flag pins on their dogs. "

" I have a APBT and a lab, and if you have done any research about APBT you know that they are not breed to be human aggressive they were bred to fight bulls, therefore a APBT yes can be animal aggressive just like spaniels and terriers are hunters but a APBT should never be human aggressive there should be stricter leash and lisc. laws and checks done on breeders and owners, but they should not be banned if a person chooses to own a APBT they should know the responsiblities of owning this dog. It is not the dog it is the breeder and the owners fault. Lots of animals will bite and if it was a little Bichon no one would have mention this story. If you look at record you will see that the amount of people bitten by APBT are very low! yet we will still sell cigarettes to people and that has a higher death rate! come on people, if you do not want to be told you can not smoke and kill yourself then I will not stand for being told that my incocent dog should be killed because of other stupid owners. Get your facts straight people! I am pretty sure that your loved ones are going to be hurt or dead from, bad drivers, cigarettes, and murders before my dog! oh wait you must be the same people that are against the death penalty! BAN THE DEED AND IRRESPONSIBLE OWNERS NOT THE BREED! plus these alleged pit bulls are probably not full APBTs! "

" For all those that say oh ban the breed ok fine all the responsible owners that have trained and worked with there APBT will have to explain to there family and there children that they have to kill there loving pet and hmmmm yeah eventually they may be able to find another pet but how dare you talk like it is nothing to kill a pet! a pet is for life and it is not right to kill so many animals because of poor judgment on owners behalf. Those people that say oh oh well that see you have to hand over your little Bichon and watch them put it down when you have had it for years, some people can not have kids and so pets are there kids and you think it is okay to just oh well four dogs in the past how long, hurt someone so we have to kill them all! Come on yet we let the people that abuse children and live off the state continue to breathe! "

" You can't drive a car without insurance, why should you be able to own a dangerous dog without insurance. Start requiring $1,000,000 accident insurance on these dogs and the deadbeat gangsta-wannabees that own them will euthanize them for us and save us the trouble. "

" Show me someone who owns a pit bull and I'll show you an irresponsible person. "

" Check the research. Here are some results of a study done in US & Canada between 9/82 and 11/06. Of the 2209 reported attacks that caused bodily harm, 1110 were from pit bulls and 409 involved Rottweilers. That is 1519 out of 2209 from just two breeds out of the 91 breeds that showed up in the study. Who still thinks it is just the owners???? BAN THEM!!! "

" No one wants to euthanize your pet. Just ban breeding and sales now. Require neutering now. Grandfather clause the existing pets out. Done deal. "

" I am not for banning the breed, however I think there is a big difference between Pitts and Rotts verses some of the other big breed dogs. Most dogs will growl, snarl, bark, back up ect. before they resort to biting. This gives a person ample warning that they are doing something to provoke the dog and either stop doing it or beat feet in retreat. Pitts and Rotts, and I am sure other less infamous breeds often attack without any of the warning signs. There is still a lot of owner responsibility involved, and these owners should be held liable for their dogs actions. If I have a giant hole in my yard that I know could put people at risk, and I don't take steps to fence it off and warn people and someone falls in and breaks a leg I can be held responsible, dog bites are no different. "

" To Osisbs, I am a APBT owner I don't own a " Pit Bull " I own a American Pit Bull Terrier, " pit bull " could be referring to a couple of breeds, I am a responsible owner I work fulltime am not on assitants, I have a fenced yard, I always use a leash and with my dog all times when he is outside so he is supervised, I have worked as a obedience training, which my APBT has been thru, I have worked at a vet clininc and have been going to school to be a Vet tech. Ask the dog whisperer! My dog does not go to dog parks because god forbid someones cute little ankle biter starts barking and knipping at my APBT and my dog should warn him ( which any dog does before attacking) and by all means even if it was the little ankle bitter that started it it would be the big bad APBT fault, so I do not go. There are alot of responsible APBT owners and like another said take that test and see how many of you can really pick out the APBT or not! Heck you want to walk around unharmed in your neighborhoods, well lets see Omaha try taking out all the gun weilding crimanals and robbers you have there because even with no APBTs around you will still have the crime and people getting hurt, face it the world is not safe anymore. So best choice do like we do with our Kids if there minors the parents should pay for there childs crimes til there an adult, so if my APBT were to do something terrible then ok I should be punished but it should be for all breeds not just APBT just like it should be a law to have your animal fixed no matter what unless they are certified and lisc. breeder with breeding boundries. First it will be APBT then it will be something else people just like Drama! Oh osisbs love to meet you anytime so you can see a responsible owner and what a shame it would be to kill off this breed, see the world saving endangered animals all the time even though they attack people why can't we save this loving breed! "

" Pitbulls are a loving breed. They love injuring people. "

" The real story here would be to find out if any of these dogs owner's had any liabiliy insurance through a homeowner's or renter's policy.

If you disclose that you have certain breeds of dogs to your insurance company, they will drop you. The reason they will drop you is because of the frequency and severity of similar incidents. So, it's very likely that none of these attacks are covered.

Therefore, I don't care if your pit is a good dog. Are you covered? That is the definition of a "responsible" pit bull owner. (That and a six foot high fence like Cesar Milan.) "

" I don't have liaibility insurance or a six foot high fence. My pit bull terrior would never hurt anyone. Would your poodle? "

" Strange...I was watching TV the other day, and saw a tiger amaze the audience. The cat was fast, energetic, and quite apparently enjoyed what he was doing. The cat climbed on his trainer, ran around in close proximity to the watching crowd...and amazingly, never bit or attacked a single person. He certainly didn't act like a vicious, bloodthirsty wildcat...perhaps this is because he's been brought up the way a tiger should be brought up...and not by wanna-be tough guys or criminals who could make almost any breed of cat into a killer. " "

" Ban cars they kill daily,Ban ciggeretts they kill,ban the goverment for putting crack on the streets in the 60's that killed many. Grow up and let people do what they want! its a free world Right? Pit bulls are good loving dogs!!!!!!!! "

" People will continue to own guns and drive cars unless they are banned, too. Are you going to help take responsibility for banning everything, or only what is on your agenda? Please tell me what kind of peanut butter to buy, products to purchase (and what countries of origin are acceptable for those products), and whom to vote for in the next election.

The study only covered bites that required hospital treatment-therefore a boo boo got counted the same as tearing someone's face off-not exactly a very accurate ruler for analysis. The study also only ranked the breeds by which ones caused bites that resulted in hospital treatment-I would suspect that little johnny getting bitten by a Pomeranian wouldn't end up in the hospital, but a boo boo from a pit bull or Rottweiler (those evil breeds) would end up there with more prominence. "