[Tamzee]

We see bears often in our neighborhood in the Poconos... an 876 pounder was just killed a few miles from my house.

I'm glad your friend's family is doing well and the dog recovered :-)

[Joe 6-pack]

Although I'm a German Shepherd man myself (I prefer confidence, manners and intelligence to brute force) I do take umbrage with those who would ban pit-bulls. They do have their place.