Elphaba, I'm glad I didn't jack your thread
I just find it extremely frustrating that the dogs listed on most of the "dangerous dog" lists are actually the best ones to own and train and are <b>GREAT</b> family dogs. It's really sad that people just treat dogs like a goldfish or some other useless pet. If you're going to own a power breed, no check that, if you're going to own <i>ANY</i> breed of dog, do research, get training and be prepared to back up the training *daily*.
I have 2 wuss dogs now (but I've owned a rottie who was the greatest ever) and I'm torn between getting an Albino German Shepherd or a Rhodesian Ridgeback for my next dog. No matter what, whether it's Lab, Cocker, or whatever, a person has to remain in alpha status or you can have bad results quickly.
damn I need some coffee.