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 enlarge | Author: Karen Delise
Publisher: Anubis Publishing
Category: Book
Buy New: $24.95
New (1) Used (4) from $24.95
Avg. Customer Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 126941
Media: Paperback
Pages: 210
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.5
ISBN: 0972191410
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.7
EAN: 9780972191418
ASIN: 0972191410
Publication Date: June 11, 2007
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Very Informative October 4, 2007
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
This is an exceptional book. Clearly and concisely explaining the history of serious and fatal dog attacks. It emphasises the role of the media in sensationalizing dog attacks and creating a monster. A must have for breed fanciers, dog owners, animal control personnel or anyone interested in dog attacks.
A Fantastic Book! August 16, 2007
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
This book is very informative. During my years of fighting breed specific legislation, I thought I had heard it all but this book offered new and interesting facts and insights.
A Must Read for All August 9, 2007
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
Everybody should read this book as it would help reduce the level of ignorance out there. And not just about pit bulls, but about dog aggression in general and how it is reported by the media. All too frequently we hear about how the "family dog just snapped and mauled a child." The reality is that often times key information is not included in the article such as the reporductive status of the dog (a big factor in dog attacks), that a female just had puppies (another factor for female dogs) or that the dog was chained, emaciated, suffering from being in extreme heat, or taunted by a group of kids.
Further, the media seems to be completely unaware of the unwitting role they play in fostering fads amongst certain dogs percieved to be the new demon dog and the correlation between breed popularity and the number of fatal attacks. Like Homer Simpson the media blithely marches on almost gleefully publishing account after account of the current demon dog mauling someone and reaping the rewards for such yellow journalism. Delise even highlights one incident where a major magazine published such and article and provided a detailed description of how to turn a pit bull into a monster.
The level of detail of the information in this book is simply amazing. I'd highly recommend it for everyone.
Promote Education and Tolerance July 29, 2007
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
This book was a refreshing change from all the negative press about pit bulls. As a pit bull owner, I was more than presently surprised. It details the history of dog attacks related to dog popularity and shows that the more popular a dog breed is, the more instances of "attacks" there are just by sheer statistical necessity.
Karen Delise has my undying devotion and appreciation for her portrayal of my family pet as a loving, intelligent animal and not a monster!
A terrific dose of truth and reality. July 27, 2007
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
This is a must read for anyone interested in learning the truth behind the various stories hyped up by media. Delise identifies a pattern over the years of our human need for drama through particular targeted breeds. It is time to step back and look at the human element and intentions of choice of dog.
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