[bliss7373]

Seoultrader,

I had to laugh at the "crazy dog lady" comment. Indeed, I also grew up on a farm with herding dogs. The dogs had a job do to and were expected to do it well. I've been involved with dogs - namely Rottweilers- for the last ten years and have spent most of that heavily involved in training and showing. In short, I am well aware of a dog's nature. I've received comments on how practical and no-nonsense my attitude is towards dogs. The same is true for quite a few members of this forum. Yes, we love them dearly - but we harbor no illusions about what they are.

It is just this practicality and experience that has led to the advice you have received. They are dogs - and anyone who truly understands their nature and heritage would appreciate the inherent risk in your plan. Practicality is no excuse for ignorance and irresponsible behavior.

Recognizing that a dog is a dog is not cold-hearted. Knowingly placing your own dog at such risk, who as your property is dependent upon you for proper care and protection, and having no issue with simply shooting the dogs should they fight after you have placed them in a situation where they have little choice - yes, that is cold-hearted and more.