Im in Australia and i have heard a lot about not being allowed to have a "pit bull" type of dog as a pet.. is that true? have they really banned this breed of dog? are there any exceptions which would allow me to have one as a pet? I grew up with a dog like this and i must say he was one of the most gentle animals i have even encountered! the only reason i have ever seen one of these dogs snap at anyone was in defense of their owner or family member but never anything more then a bark and a growl. I just hope there is some kind of permit or something? What am i missing?