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» Red - Qadesh...

Joy,

What an intriguing story. I'm sure that Qadesh made a great pet. Her owner was consistent in his training and she knew exactly what was expected of her.

In Ontario, we've had numerous attacks on humans by pit bulls. There is so much controversy over the breed. I say it is all with the owner. Any dog that is not disciplined and trained properly has the potential to turn on humans. Their behavior is consistent with their training. I believe instead of banning the breed, there should be a required exam written by the owner before he/she can own a pit bull. Then, after they obtain that certificate, it should be mandatory that the animal is neutered and that master and dog attend obedience school. I think it is really the owners that need to be trained. If this was law, there would be fewer pit bull attacks.

Thanks so much for sharing Qadesh's story with us. I enjoyed learning about her.

Hope all is well with you.

-- posted by Red

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» jerrib - I enjoyed reading about Qadesh

Such an extraordinary animal. Her owner must have be an extraordinary person.

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» Joy Butler - Re: Qadesh...

In response to message posted by Red:

Mary, you're so right about pit bulls. Earlier in the last century these dogs were known as 'nanny dogs' because they were so good with children. With their determination they also make good search and rescue dogs, and a few are even assistance dogs. The problems with pit bull attacks are not a breed problem, but a people problem. You've offered some good ideas but the uninformed will have a hard time accepting them.

And yes, Qadesh was an intriguing animal. I was so impressed with her!

-- posted by Joy Butler

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» Joy Butler - Re: I enjoyed reading about Qadesh

In response to message posted by jerrib:

I agree completely, Jerri. The key in this people/pet partnership was early socialization, consistency and trust. Qadesh was so beautiful!

-- posted by Joy Butler

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