A ruined reputation
Changing public perception of pit bulls
- Published: 21/02/2012 at 02:48 AM
- Newspaper section: Life
A series of dog attacks, some fatal, by pit bulls on people have raised questions about the safety of keeping these so-called ferocious canines as pets.
One publicised attack involved a family member of the dog owner, while in another incident the victim was a neighbour who was walking to the dog owner's house at night when the dogs, two pit bulls and two dogs of local breed, were out of their cages.
With their massive skulls and strong jaws, pit bulls make many people feel unsafe when they encounter this creature in public places, such as parks or walkways.
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About the author
- Writer: Sukhumaporn Laiyok
- Position: Reporter
