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Its not just down to the type of dog, but more to do with the owner after all a dog needs to know its place and has to be taught to have respect for its master. My friend had a dog it was lovely but she could not control it, the dog was in control not the owner! She would take it out on walks, if it saw a postman it would go berzerk and drag her over to the postman were it would bark uncontrollable. She seemed to think it was amusing and couldn't understand why the posties would either scarper or start yelling at her. I agree there should be a license for having a dog just as much as having a weapon. After all these animals can be trained to be killing machines! Not only that but it should be for all breeds of dogs. Also a few of you kept mentioning that it seems to be scum who own these dogs who seem to be causing the most problems. I don't agree with this statement, after all other breeds of dogs, brought up in other circumstances (ie, loving homes, middle class backgrounds) have been known to turn on children and family members. I think it is a bit harsh and rash to point the finger at a minority. Yes some of these are to blame but some so called scum who own these types of dogs. Actually love their dogs and treat them with the greatest respect! Perhaps it would be wise to look at the facts before making accusations.