[lit-ideas] Re: Can't have a gun? Get a dog
- From: "Phil Enns" <phil.enns@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <lit-ideas@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2006 21:11:37 -0400
Paul Stone wrote:
"If you ever see a well behaved pit-bull terrier or a rotty, chances are
their owners DID kick their ass when they were younger, but still big."
We had a Rott/Shepherd mix that had come from a bad home. The dog was
at its best when it felt that I was in control of the situation. I
didn't have to kick its ass, and I am pretty sure that would have made
things worse, only make it clear that I was in charge of whatever
situation we were in.
This dog was excellent with our oldest daughter. Katie would get a book
and plonk herself down between the front paws of the dog. Imagine an
80lb Rott lying down and still towering over a toddler reading a book to
him. The dog had a remarkable amount of patience for the curiosity of a
toddler. When he tired of the abuse, he would slowly get up and hide in
another room. I don't know if it is the breed or just this dog, but I
can't imagine a better mix of protection and family pet.
Sincerely,
Phil Enns
Toronto, ON
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