Tigerman wrote:Tigerman wrote:but, {bull terriers} are all animal aggressive, which is how they are supposed to be.sandman wrote:Which is a strange thing (all the websites stress how they should always be leashed around other dogs). The one I was playing with was having a great time playing with a beagle. Roughousing but no real aggression.
I used the term "bull dogs" as short for what are often referred to as the "bully breeds".
Its not really strange. Bull terriers can seem (and be) socialized, and they can get along well with other dogs (and cats). However, the instinct and drive to fight and hunt is strong and one never knows when they will "snap". An APBT can be the friendliest dog with other animals and then suddenly, at about age 4, he can become animal aggressive... due to any number of stimulations. You mentioned rough-housing with no real aggression... often, if the bull terrier feels threatened or challenged, he will snap. The only time these dogs should be left to play with other dogs (if ever) is when they are under very close supervision.
Well I'm going back there as soon as I can to look for him again. I'll catch him I find him -- at least find out if he's chipped or not. If he's not a stray or a runaway, then someone is being really irresponsible.
I don't know how to put my cat's picture on...sorry.
