outlawing a dog breed is like outlawing "assault weapons" same mentality,or lack therof. when i was involved in schutzhund,i had rotts and at the time they were labeled baby killers. yes there are bad eggs in any breed. the bad is usually the breeding line and owner. tragic outcomes can come from any breed,same for any gun. one breed i knew that went bad were 2 akitas. one tore up a very experienced trainer and handler badly. i knew a beauceron who had to be put down because lightening made him actually attack owner and family. i've seen cockers and boxers destroy owners homes. are some breeds iffy with kids? sure if you know nothing about how to evaluate and train and have no idea of your goal in owning one,then, likely have problems. and if you don't know,get a smaller poss mixed and some knowledgeable help (LOL). a lot of pound puppies i've seen become great pets. but,the above reference to bonding issues with a rescue is very true and can lead to issues. but,they aren't working dogs. all breeds are dogs and all dogs are individuals,not machines.