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Just wondering if any one out there keeps....

Who even knows one in person? The first I heard of them was when they killed the lady out in San Francisco, or wherever, a few years ago. That's it- my one impression.
 
I lived in bay area when that happened, I think the owners were at fault more than the dogs, the whole thing was bizarre. But to elaborate on my previous comment I googled the breed and they just looked like pit bulls on steroids to me. I am not a huge dog person so I wouldn't even know what's a good breed to have,
 
snakewispera snr said:
nice one
Lets start a poll to see who thinks this is a good dog to have
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I am not sure how a poll would turn out, considering certain aspects, ...

However, These dogs are not meant for everyone. They can be great dogs, with the right owners, but not everyone is suitable to own them.
 
shed'n my skin said:
I lived in bay area when that happened, I think the owners were at fault more than the dogs, the whole thing was bizarre. But to elaborate on my previous comment I googled the breed and they just looked like pit bulls on steroids to me. I am not a huge dog person so I wouldn't even know what's a good breed to have,
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Actually the presa breed is know for its loyal behavior, and tame ability.
They are great dogs,

I'm only saying this because i really want one:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::spinner:
 
Thought you might, Joel! I love the positive aspects of all the bull-breed dogs. Like any breed it'll come down to a combination of the temperament of the parents and how you bring up a puppy. I think with any dog teaching it to be soft-mouthed is important, but even more with the bite-strength of a bull breed, so any mouthing has to be discouraged right from the start, however cute it is as a puppy.
 
We had one, Very loyal dog, never agressive, but would not let ANYONE in the house unless (I personally gave the command)... it was protective of its property,and then in rutting season, got himself killed... thousand + pound Moose, vs 130 pound dog..

I didn't see it happen, but Moose were frequent in the area for the past while, and thats the only animal local that could do that amount of damage to such a powerful breed,

He was my favorite dog,

Now we have a Catahoula, hopefully this guy could outrun the moose if he ever needed too.
 
RyanR said:
We had one, Very loyal dog, never agressive, but would not let ANYONE in the house unless (I personally gave the command)... it was protective of its property,and then in rutting season, got himself killed... thousand + pound Moose, vs 130 pound dog..

I didn't see it happen, but Moose were frequent in the area for the past while, and thats the only animal local that could do that amount of damage to such a powerful breed,

He was my favorite dog,

Now we have a Catahoula, hopefully this guy could outrun the moose if he ever needed too.
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Any pics of your leopard dog?
 
Here's some pics of my boy. He's an 18-month old, 120-pound, reverse brindle (black brindle) Presa, who is over 5 feet tall when he stands up on his hind legs.

Some pics are old, others are recent. He probably will gain another 15-20 pounds as he fills out over the next few months.

He is the most loyal, obedient, and protective dog I have owned (also the most expensive)--but then again I have had Boxers in the past, who were stubborn and probably would help a would-be burglar load up his car with my things.

Just remember, these dogs are not for everyone. They are massive and powerful dogs who require a lot of training and respect.

Let me know if you have any questions.
 

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I've been following this thread with interest.....ROFL
At the moment we have two English Bulls...Mother and Daughter..
They're fit and healthy and around for a few more years to come.....
So this is a sort of research trip for me, Joel found out about them and is pushing for a shout the next time we decide the family dog....He wasn't around the last time...LOL
I do like the look of these dogs and their temperament sound ideal for us.
Unfortunately I feel the government over here will clamp down soon on all dogs considered dangerous, which puts me off a bit.
My wife wants a Boston Terrier next. I really like the idea of one of these as well.
My choice though is a Standard Poodle.. Nice and big, doesn't moult (it has wool so you could make sweaters)
and when you shear it in the spring you could dye it with hypo-allergenic food colouring (on the wool only) so it looked like a Tiger or something, How cool would that be...LOL
MIKE
 
pretty doggie :)


My husbands physical therapist comes to our house 5 days a week to help my husband...and he sometimes brings over his beautiful Dogo Argentine, a lovely, huge female..lol
She's a whole lotta dog, but sweet as pie :)
 
Bluebird said:
pretty doggie :)


My husbands physical therapist comes to our house 5 days a week to help my husband...and he sometimes brings over his beautiful Dogo Argentine, a lovely, huge female..lol
She's a whole lotta dog, but sweet as pie :)
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They are already on a gov list over here (I think)
MIKE
 
It's a shame that breed specific legislation is ever-growing. For the most part, dogs are a reflection of their owners and not their breed. A golden retriever can be raised to be as vicious as a rottweiler.
 
I agree but It's the nutters who buy the rotties..
And a rot does so much more damage when it attacks..
I want animal licencing to be introduced for all animals..
MIKE
 
danvega said:
It's a shame that breed specific legislation is ever-growing. For the most part, dogs are a reflection of their owners and not their breed. A golden retriever can be raised to be as vicious as a rottweiler.
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Agreed. And sadly had the unfortunate pleasure of coming across a golden retriever that went straight for the throat of my husky/ACD mix. Why people raise dogs to be that mean is beyond me. :(
 
RyanRizzo said:
Most recent pictures are almost 5 months old, i will have to get some asap!

And leopard dog, i can't call him that lol!
he is a SOLID brown :)
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PS~ I replied with my OOOOLD account, because im having stupid errors with my other account...


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