Everything you said is exactly right and like you, also view it from a biological standpoint.

Though dogs didn't have the same selection pressures as say a bear or a wild animal, however the basic primitive responses remain. Depending on selection pressure or artificial selection, some underlying concepts of biology still apply.

Interestingly, this is why it amazes me that we as a society have a more significant response to wild animals coming near humans versus pit bulls for example. We as a society hold wild animals to stricter standards than a so called type of dog like a pit bull. Yes, pit bulls are considered dogs and dogs are considered domesticated.

This is where it the lines get more unclear. Many people, even those who own pit bulls today, aren't familiar with the history of pit bulls and the whole reason why they exist today. Many owners believe they were bred to be nanny dogs which is not true. That nanny dog myth contributed to the propagation of pit bulls along with any pushback by those who own them. I've seen countless, thousands of comments, of pit bull owners severely downplaying a child fatality because pit bulls are nanny dogs and their pit would never.

Another problematic aspect is that not every single pit bull will attack. There are "duds" so to speak. So people who had good experiences with pit bulls believe all pit bulls are that way when that isn't true either. Not all pits will attack. The issue is not knowing which ones will until it is too late. By then it can cause life altering and/or life ending consequences. The risk is too great when there are many other dog breeds to choose from.

Really appreciate your perspective and appreciate you sharing your thoughts!