Dog Lovers Manual

Given the wrong kind of treatment and handling, any dog can be aggressive towards people. This is true no matter how docile and kindly the breed is normally. In these cases, such behaviour simply demonstrates what the dog regards as self-preservation. Some dogs are aggressive towards others of their kind, and other animals too. This is because either they have not been socialized properly at an appropriate age, and/or they have a strong inbred fight or chase/dispatch instinct.

Correct, sensible handling from an early age usually negates problems, but there are some breeds that only experienced handlers should consider owning, and such dogs are not advised if there are children in the household.