Originally Posted by crtreedude
We could chop logic all day on this.
Not picking a fight. Really; just joining a discussion. I am not laying down judgement.
Originally Posted by crtreedude
If the hatred is based on real events, sure, it is rational. After all, do you think hatred is not rational?
Yes I think hatred is not rational; I think it is an emotion that can fuel actions (and thoughts) which can turn out to be quite irrational. For instance an automobile driver who hates cyclists and intentionally cuts them off or steers towards them.
Originally Posted by crtreedude
If so, why is almost everyone capable of such? Irrational behavior is something that means that normal people wouldn't do it. Hatred is very normal - perhaps too much - but very normal.
I think we can probably agree (and come up with some juicy examples) that because something is "normal" does not make it rational (or good or healthy or necessary.) (That is, if we could ever agree on what "normal" is.)
Originally Posted by crtreedude
Glad you have had less trouble.
Thanks - me too! Phew!
Originally Posted by crtreedude
Let's let it drop, okay?
Okay.
Sorry to take it on a tangent from the question of the OP. I am sure it is not exactly what they were after, but it seems that the "best" way to deal with aggressive dogs can contain more than just a question of pure practicality.
Cheers.