There are no danger dogs, only dangerous owners.
We had our first day of training on Hackney Hounds here at the Mare Street offices and we've nailed the central theme. Here's what we're thinking. Check it out, post a comment.
Central theme:
Why do owners chose this regularly stereotype breed of dog? Some play on the fact that their dog can be intimidating and offer status, whilst other s love the loyal nature and protection.
- Young males, gangsters, drug dealers and illegal activity, dog fighting, status dogs, my dog is my weapon
- Potential to harm, aggressive, lock jaw, stupid
- Question: It was Rottwiellers and Alsatians in the 80’s and 90’s now it’s Staff’s. Why?
- Various versions of this breed of dog have been illegal since 17th Century.
- Is this just a fashion trend?
Question : With lots of cross breeds how can you tell what breed a dog is? How can you tell the difference between an illegal breed ( Pit Bull ) and legal ( Staff’s )
- Who owns these dogs? Why?
- With loads of rumours ( pepper / hitting on the nose )
- Dogs regularly change hands and this breaks the bond of trust. Why is this allowed to happen? What re the effects?
- Are there dogs you can’t train or are dogs just a product of their environment
- What training works and how can Psycology play a part?
- Why don’t owners take responsibility?
The Authorities: Is there help and advice out there for people who want it? What are the Police, RSPCA doing to help people rather than just tell them off / confiscate their dogs. Why did they take away the dog license?
Themes discussed but not central: History of the breed, confiscating dogs and the police, breeding centres, the media, dog bite victims
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