re: Rottweiler kills 70 yr old owner

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Why don't you pull up the statistics for Germany, and I bet the statistics change. So, is it the breed of dog; or poor breeding standards along with not properly socializing while young and numerous other poor practices? Just because some hillbilly is cranking out oversized Rottweilers, with bad temperaments, that really don't even adhere to the standards, does not make the breed standard "dangerous".

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Well, I don't live in Germany, and the Germans don't keep stats on dog bites/fatalites/breeds.

5 people killed last year by Rottwielers. 4 little kids and a 91 y/o woman. Yep, 5 very threatening people! I can see how those dogs made a mistake.


But I did find this, and it's recent:

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2. Rottweiler

Second on the list of the most aggressive dogs is the cute and charming Rottweiler.

In 2021 alone, the breed killed five people in the US within the first 242 days of the year.

Four of these were toddlers and a 91-yeard old lady from Michigan.

Since 1982, Rottweilers have been a part of 119 killings of both kids and children. The deaths came about as a result of 627 attacks on both kids and adults.

Of all the victims, 454 were disfigured and 54(8.6%) were lucky to escape severe injury.

There are a few factors that contribute to a Rottie’s tendency to bite.

For one, this breed is highly territorial. It is a guard dog breed with a strong instinct to protect the home.

He goes to great lengths to safeguard whatever belongs to him. This includes his family members, food, water, toys, and space.

Rottweilers are also large and powerful—two things that contribute to their aggressive nature.

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5 people killed last year by Rottwielers

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There were 11 people killed by Sharks last year.

Lets ban swimming in the ocean.

there are 70 deaths per year caused by lawn mowers.

Lawn Mower statistics


Lets clutch our pearls yall

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There were 11 people killed by Sharks last year.

Lets ban swimming in the ocean.

there are 70 deaths per year caused by lawn mowers.

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Yep, those are the same thing!

Does your insurance company know you own Rottweilers? Why is it, that most insurance companies won't write a policy if you do own one, or charge a massive amount for premium? Do they just hate certain breeds, or is there another reason?

Here's the thing, time after time I hear and read from people that own certain breeds that are known to viciously attack people. They often post pictures of their kids rolling around on them, sleeping next to them, and being super gentle. Then, I'm told just how sweet they are, with picture-proof. Thing is, I never see or hear of that "sweet" dog being like that with people outside of their immediate family. What I do hear, and read is story after story of a relative, neighbor, or friend that gets mauled or killed by that same sweet dog.

Like I stated before, I can see why someone would want that type of dog that lives in a not-so-great neighborhood. But, why own an animal that has to be crated if ANYONE visits your home? It's obvious you know what the possibility is, so why take that risk?

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Some will disagree.

Rottweiler saves 4 year old from Pit Bull

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So did a cat

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So did a cat

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Seems like a good cat to have. Same for the Rottweiler.

I live a boring life bc I’d rather a different breed of dog than 1 that could eat my face or a child’s face off on a bad day or moment?

We can agree to disagree, but don’t shite on people for being risk averse in a part of their life like choosing a suitable family pet.