Ditkaless Wonders
Footballguy
Unless you got the only dog at the shelter you did not simply get a dog, you chose a specific breed of dog. Something within you motivated that choice. You made the choice to satisfy your needs, psychic needs, not fundamental survival needs. It was a psychological choice. Now, unless you were living in a cave ten years ago you were at least somewhat aware of the debate on these animals. You made your choice in the face of that information. You did exactly what I have postulated, or so it seems to me. You disagree. Many do, with much that I post.as a person who owns a pitbull, I am more than happy to submit a thorough Psych evaluation for everyone to review .
going through this thread you can see multiple posts about how people acquired dogs. I went to the shelter and got a dog. Dog is doing great and is very caring of my 2 year old daughter. She is well trained and I don't let her babysit my kid. adopted the dog because we got along great with our first meeting. she was 6 months old and we began to train her immediately. She caught on better than any other dog I have trained. When I adopted this dog (about 10 years ago), I can state very clearly I was not trying to win any argument, nor trying to prove anything. I adopted a dog.
I am happy your needs were met and that you have had a positive experience. I regret that it has made you an advocate for the breed, an example others may use to justify a similar choice but one with a tragic outcome, like the guy in the instant story who wanted three of these companions for whatever psychological fulfillment he was seeking.