In the 3-year period from 2006 to 2008, pit bull type dogs killed 52 Americans and accounted for 59% of all fatal attacks. Combined, pit bulls and rottweilers accounted for 73% of these deaths. | More »
Strong as Scalpel? A red nosed pit bull is shown hanging from tree branches. The title of the video might be in Czech, "Something Strong Scalpel" (ostra as scalpel). The UK reported that 240 trees were destroyed by pit bull type dogs last year in their parks, as well as swings in children's playgrounds. Merrick Cockell, Leader of Kensington and Chelsea Council, asks pointed questions on his blog.
Between climbing trees, hanging from trees and destroying trees, pit bulls seem to have a unique relationship to trees.
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