If it turns out that pit bulls are 10x more likely to bite me than golden retrievers, it doesn't matter whether this is due to genetics or to correlated owner b

If it turns out that pit bulls are 10x more likely to bite me than golden retrievers, it doesn't matter whether this is due to genetics or to correlated owner behavior. I'm walking down the street, see a pit bull, and have only that information to go on when assessing whether I should proceed cautiously or turn around and increase distance. Also relevant is that the breed has an effect on the seriousness of injury if an attack does occur. Obviously I'm going to be less fearful of a chihuahua even if they're more aggressive than the terrier. It's the difference between antibiotics and stitches vs. facial reconstruction.