Sunday, October 31, 2010

The 4 Breeds Of Dogs That People Will Need To Be Aware Of

By Jaycen Branan

Planning to have a dog as pet? It is best to take note that there are dog breeds that are dangerous. One should keep in mind that dogs are not always kind and sweet. Before buying a dog, you might want to check out the top four most dangerous dogs in the world.

One of the dangerous dog breed is the Huskies. Huskies are known to be a breed of intelligent and energetic dog, although it is not recommended to make them guard dogs due to their personality and gentle temper. Huskies are also known to be very observant of human behaviors and they can mimic them. Huskies can switch the lights with its paw and open the doorknob using its canine. Since Huskies are intelligent, they have the tendency to get bored easily so it is best to keep them busy. If unmanaged, Huskies can behave in a negative way. In a 2000 study of dog bites conducted in the US, it was noted that husky-type dogs caused 6% of it.

Also included in the most dangerous breed is the German shepherd. German shepherds are working dogs first used for herding sheep. It can grow for about 22 and 26 inches in width, 25 inches in height and can weigh to about 40 kgs. Because of their intelligence, German shepherds are often trained to be police dogs, guard dogs and search and rescue dogs. They are very loyal and they love to bond with the people they know. They are approachable but they do not make friends easily. German shepherds have a reputation of biting some individuals.

Included, too, in the most dangerous breed of dogs is the Rottweiler. Rottweilers are brave and confident. Male Rottie grows 24-27 inches in width and can weigh 110-130 lbs while female Rottie can grow up to 22-25 inches in width and can weigh 90-105 lbs. They are often calm but react to the surrounding with great alertness. Rotties have the desire to protect the home and the family it belongs to. Like German shepherds, Rotties are approachable but they do not fall to immediate friendships. They are good companions, guardians and general-purpose dogs. Rotties, however, were listed as the second most dangerous breed next to pit bull because of several listed fatal human attacks. These negative behaviors maybe due to abuse and lack of socialization.

The pit bull is the most dangerous dog breed in the world. Pit bulls can grow to about 18-22 inches and can weigh 22-100 lbs. Pit bulls have natural aggressive tendencies towards other dogs. If properly socialized, pit bulls are calm, confident and good nature. They are loyal, affectionate, obedient and protective to his master?s property. Pit bulls are known to its bite. Pit bulls bite their enemies and will never let go until it is dead.

Dogs are loyal to his master. With proper care and love, it can submit fully to his owner and follows orders easily. But, if dogs are mistreated and abused, they can misbehave and attack people.

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