Pitbull Guide

Friday, November 30, 2007

Choosing the Perfect Name for Your Pit Bull - By Jason Mann

Giving your Pit Bull a name has more to it than picking one that sounds good. Choosing the perfect name is not easy and most Pit Bull owners base the name they give their dogs on their own ideal of what person a the dog should represent.

Unfortunately, Pit Bull owners choose some lousy names and this article will share how you can avoid choosing a crappy name and find the perfect name for your Pit Bull.

Many Pit Bull owners choose names like Bear or Tank or Bull or some other name that reflects the dogs strength and size.

Other owners, well, they go to the other side of the coin and choose names like softy, sugar, honey, or fluffy.

What you choose to name your dog is entirely up to you but here are a few things you may want to consider when you pick your Pit Bulls name...

1. One or two syllables. The easier it is to say the easier you will be able to use it. Your dog will learn to respond quicker to shorter names. This is based on training using shorter words.

2. The dog likes it. You can see when you dog likes a name. Say the name in a normal voice and see if your dog responds. If they ignore you, choose another name. The name should get a response without having to act like a fruitcake to entice your dog to pay attention.

3. Unique. I love unique Pit Bull names. Tank is not unique. Nor is Bear or Killer or Fluffy. Pick a name that has value to you and your dog but is unique at the same time.

Choosing the perfect name for your Pit Bull takes time and if you follow the criteria above and look around the web for lists of dog names you'll be able to find a name that suits your dog and your tastes.

In summary, choose a name that has a purpose other than telling the world your dog is strong or love-able. Names are how people tell a lot about animals so take your time to choose a name that fits your Pit Bull.

For more information about Pit Bull names try visiting PitBullLovers.com. There you will find information onpit bull health, pit bull activities and pit bull training.

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Thursday, November 29, 2007

Are Pit Bulls Small Medium Dogs?

One of my clients asked me whether Pit Bull terrier could be categorized under small-medium sized dogs. I laughed and explained about the types of dogs.

American Pit bull terrier is a dog of medium to large sized as it weighs from 57 to 67 pounds. Small medium dogs should weigh between 25 and 50 pounds.

These dogs are very much fond of playing. Once you denied playing and also proper food for these dogs, it will turn into a devil. So do feed the American Pit bull terrier with raw diet for dogs. So learn training and feeding techniques from a breeder.

This diet will enhance the dog growth. The dogs love it, and you’re having fun watching them!

The ripping and chewing of the raw meat helps your pit bull to develop its shoulder, neck and jaw muscles. Commercial dog foods lack this aspect.

Still- do you think Pit bulls are small medium dogs? Yess- they’re small medium dogs till it crosses nine months because at that age only it would be at the weight below 50 pounds..(lol)

Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Are Pit Bulls Killers By Je Dunn

Let me start off by stating that not all pit bulls are born dangerous. The real source of the danger lies with irresponsible ownership. These dogs are not human aggressive by nature. They are also one of the most abused breed of animals in this country.

Pit bulls are just about average for number of dog bites, and believe it or not the lovable Labrador Retriever gives the most bites per year.

Pits tend to be animal aggressive but despite what the media may have you believe they are not born killers. Human aggression is a completely separate trait from aggression toward other dogs or other animals. Dog aggression is a very common trait in pit bulls. In contrast human aggression is not. In both cases the reason is a result of breeding and training.

One of the most important things to consider before you buy a pit bull is the history of the breeder as well as how much time you have to care for the dog.

This is not a breed for couch potato’s; these dogs need a good amount of exercise. Training, love, and proper care are the keys to success with this very athletic breed.

Pit bulls are characterized by their short stocky but strong bodies. American bulldogs are larger and have a higher working drive where as pit bulls are smaller and are more animal aggressive. Still saying that all pit bulls are mean and dangerous is an uneducated generalization of this breed.

Pit bulls were originally bred for blood sports, like Bull and Badger bating and dog fighting. Although aggression towards other animals would be a desirable trait for these sports, the dog’s handlers needed to be able to reach in and separate their dogs to administer some first aid so they could continue to tear each other apart, if that makes any sense.

Because of the dog handlers need to interact with these powerful animals these fighters had to be bred to be human friendly. This is why a pit bull is a poor choice for a guard dog. They instinctively like people.

Blue pit bulls have become very much in demand and are currently the favorite color.

Most of these dogs are very intelligent, tenacious, and yes fearless. They have become the villain of choice today when it comes to viscous dog attacks, some of which are deserved.

What I have learned is that pit bulls are not born mean.

There are two things that make these dogs dangerous...

1. Ignorance

2. Bad owners.

There are currently a number of cities around the US that have or are looking to band pit bulls. But what will this accomplish?

Assuming for a moment that you ban them, the same problem owners that now raise pit bulls for all the wrong reasons will just choose other breeds: let’s say Rottweiler to abuse and train to be aggressive.

Responsible ownership and stricter breeding regulations is the only real way to address the issue of dangerous and aggressive dogs.

Discover the Shocking Truth about Pitbulls

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Pet Gift Baskets for Your Pit Bulls

Wanna share your happiness on the eve of Christmas with your pit bulls? Then, pet gift baskets are perfect fit for your pit bulls.

What are Pet Gift Baskets?

These gift baskets can be funny and easy by selecting materials with dog themes and packing them in an attractive basket.

Gift Baskets for pets are nothing but a basket decked up with ribbons, balls, fruits, flowers, etc. in order to signify warmth, cool and love for your favorite pit bull.

You can search these gift baskets on the internet and also at many local pet shops. Although you can buy online pet gift baskets from a reputed company, you can try your hand at making your own basket. at many local pet shops

Filled with delicious, preservative-free, and easily digestible treats are great choices for the dog owner on your Christmas gift list, or for your own dog.

Most of the pet owners think that it is not essential to show your concern by presenting expensive gifts like dog lover gift baskets. But still it is very necessary sometimes to show your expression. Still, why are you waiting? Go and grab the gift baskets for your pit bulls during this festive occasion or create personalized pet gift baskets.

Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Pit Bull Training: Attitude is Important

There is nothing more critical to the success of pit bull training than the owner’s attitude. The mindset of the trainer is more important than the equipment purchased, the exact system used, or the breed of dog involved.


Nothing can destroy the likelihood of effective dog training more quickly than an owner with the wrong outlook on the training process.

Pit bulls naturally crave and enjoy human companionship. When their human companions approach them in the right way, they are particularly receptive to learning and develop a strong desire to act in a manner that will please their master. This is why a proper attitude is exceedingly important with respect to training pit bulls. When the owner is pleasant, the dog will be pleasant.

When the owner is excited about teaching, the dog will most likely be excited about learning. Pit bulls can often reflect the attitudes and dispositions of their owners, a fact that must be kept in mind while undertaking dog training.

Additionally, the proper outlook on training pit bulls can make the experience infinitely more enjoyable for the owner. A pleasant training experience will naturally produce better instruction on the part of the trainer. Again, proper attitude will pay training dividends.

So, what is the right attitude to bring to dog training? Owners should strive to maintain a positive perspective at all times and should strive for a mood that makes the process fun for both the dog and the trainer.

Failure to approach training with such an attitude risks disaster. The proper attitude and perspective truly is the prerequisite to training success.

The owner should be positive. A positive perspective, of course, works in conjunction with any quality training method. Effective training requires positive reinforcement, and that kind of praise and affection is best administered by someone who generally presents a positive attitude.

Training will be filled with compliments, encouragement and praise. Those rewards, which are the key component to training, are more likely to be appropriately and effectively administered by a trainer with a positive disposition.

Happy Pit Bull training!!!

Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Appropiate Toys For Your Pit Bulls

You will find it very handy and convenient to have a toy box or basket in each room that the pit bull pup spends the majority of it’s time in. (i.e. Living room, family room, kitchen, bedroom, or the room where the pup sleeps.)

One of these entertainment boxes may not be needed in all rooms, but certainly the most frequently used rooms do.

Four or five articles in each basket is a good plan. The puppy needs a variety of textures and sizes to vent out different areas of canine instinct. For example, soft , plush type toys simulate small mammals to your puppy.

Remove the toys eyes & noses for safety. If the pup was still with it’s mother instead of with you, she would be teaching it how to stalk, hunt and even perhaps ingest small mammals to survive. Those instincts are still active even though we humans provide them with an expensive, balanced diet. Therefore by allowing them to have access to furry, little stuffed toys it enables them to vent this natural instinct.

You may see your puppy stalk or sneak up on this type of toy, then pounce on it, play with it by tossing it around the floor or through the air then pounce on it again. They can spend several minutes on this procedure at one time and literally be having a ball. They will mouth the object and may even shred it pretending to eat it. If this happens, remove the article and give him another.

Saturday, October 20, 2007

Pit Bull Puppy Proofing

Soft clothing articles like sneakers, leather shoes, socks and other assorted undergarments simulate soft animal like objects that are irresistible to your puppy.

To a puppy, these are play items that if left laying around, are there for his or her enjoyment, so prepare the family members to keep things off the floor as they are fair game to the pup.

Now remember we are talking about a pit bull puppy. As the dog gets older and starts bonding, these items begin to replace your presence when you are not home due to a stronger human scent that accompanies these items.

Of course, there are many, many household items that need to be removed from the puppy’s reach. Items such as pin cushions, sewing needles, household cleaners, soaps, candy dishes, pens, pencils, thumb tacks, paper clips, yarn, paint, modeling clay, crayons and the list goes on and on.

Puppy proof your home for your new puppy in the same way as you would for a toddler aged child.

That would be the best guideline anyone could give you. Decide where you would like the puppy’s bed to be. If you choose the mat beside your bed, that’s fine.

If the laundry room is your choice, that’s OK too. The important thing is to have a plan before the pup comes home. Gather a few old blankets or large towels together so that you have a reserve stockpile to pull from.

Don’t choose your next to best linens (to honor the new arrival), as the puppy will probably eat them or at least chew interesting patterns in them. All pit bull puppies chew. It’s nature’s way of reducing painful cutting and growing of baby teeth. They also chew to relieve stress from built-up energies within themselves or from simple boredom.

Pit bull puppies will chew anything, from toilet paper to gyp rock or wallboard. Preventative measures are the best method of correcting the pit bull puppy vices.

Wednesday, October 03, 2007

Training the Pit Bull Dog


When people think of a pit bull, they might get a picture of a ferocious canine monster ready to maul anyone who might step in his territory. This, however, is a sad misconception of what these dogs are really like. Like any other dog, pit bulls differ in temperament and personality by breed. And if trained correctly and treated well, the pit bull can become a loyal companion, great guard-dog, and a life-long friend to the person that owns him.

To avoid having your pit bull get the image of a monster around the neighborhood, train him how to behave and maybe even teach him a few tricks to impress the guests. Training a pit bull is no easy task and if you wish to succeed you will need to be consistent, patient, and have creative ways to keep your dog focused on the tasks at hand.

Being consistent means you have to train daily or at least every other day. Just like people, pit bulls forget things if they are not reinforced over long periods of time. If you randomly do training sessions twice every month, you will probably not be very successful at getting the desired result of a well-trained pit bull.

Focus these daily training sessions of about half an hour each on a specific task such as “Sit Down” or “Roll Over”. Give the dog an incentive such as a treat if he does the task correctly. This kind of positive conditioning is proven to work well with dogs over the long term.

Spend several sessions with each kind of activity or task until you are confident that your pit bull fully grasps the concept of the task and does it almost instinctively. For harder and more complex tasks, break it down into parts. For a tasks like “fetch the stick”, break it into two parts such as first getting to dog to go to the stick and only after he has mastered that part, bringing the stick back to you. A reward such as a treat for each completed step will keep your pit bull interested in the task.

The second trait you must posses when training a pit bull is patience and a willingness to work with the dog. Not having patience will lead to failure in training and even danger to the trainer. You should take it as a fact that your dog will not do everything right on the first try, or the second, or the third, or the fourth. It takes many attempts and lots of hard work to get a certain desired behavior.

Be creative and have a friend help. Give examples to the dog of what it should do when a certain command is given by imitating or having a friend imitate that command when it is given. Dogs are good at learning behaviors by example so using examples will increase the chances of success and speed up the process.

If you have patience, creativity, and consistently train your pit bull, you will be rewarded by years of friendship from a good and loyal companion. Having this in mind, it is really worth the time and effort to train your dog as it will bring you years of joy and satisfaction.

Saturday, September 29, 2007

How to Select Pit Bull Puppies?

Once you have your pit bull puppy home, you will start to develop its personality the way you want. If you know which sex you want, ask the breeder to put the other sex away to give you time to observe all the males or all the females.

Don’t pick a particular pit bull puppy just because it is the cutest! There are easy tests you can do yourself to help you determine the best choice for you.

Watch them to see which pit bull puppy is watching you, making direct eye contact with you. Take a couple steps backwards away from the puppies and look closely at who moves with you.

Next, take a few more steps from the group and clap your hands, snap your fingers or verbally call to encourage the puppies to follow.

Open your arms in a wide fashion and call to the puppies in a higher pitched voice. Again, observe the followers. These pups would be the ones interested in human beings, thus making good companion dogs.

Narrow your choices down to 2 or 3 from those couple of little tests. Next, take each puppy in your hands. Balance it’s weight by supporting it under the rear and on the chest.

Observe the pup’s reactions at this point. Is the pup struggling to break free, growling or showing it’s teeth. These are negative signs in inexperienced hands and definitely need to be corrected very early in the pup’s life.

If the pup is comfortable and relaxed, maybe even licking your face or hands, then those are positive signs and those of a more submissive pit bull puppy.

Friday, September 14, 2007

An Introduction to Train a Pit Bull Puppy

Your pit bull puppy learns at a very early age to be an acceptable member of the family and reliable companion dog. You must keep an open mind when dealing with your new puppy.

Patience is crucial but you must also think about the method that will best work for your specific puppy’s personality. Just as all people are different in character, so are puppies. What works with one pup may need to be adjusted a bit to suit your own puppy.

The important thing to remember is to discipline the puppy for an inappropriate behavior and love them to pieces the moment the behavior is altered.

Just as the human child goes through various stages of development, so does a puppy as it matures towards adulthood. (ie. infant, toddler, elementary, adolescence, puberty and finally adulthood.)

Good luck, have fun with your new puppy. The first five months will go by very quickly so start as soon as possible down that road of mutual “RESPECT” between you and your puppy.

Tuesday, September 04, 2007

How Pitbull Boxer mix looks like?

Pitbull Boxer mix is usually possess glossy coating and smooth that does not need too much grooming. This mix requires physical exercise and interaction.

Do you know the Pitbull boxer mix would be loyal and protective, which could get in the way of socializing with the dog.

If you have both these breeds and try to breed them, you should aware that pups won't be accepted by other dog luvers. This mixer be stern, fair and consistent, but you will have a dangerous dog.

Pits and boxer mix will have very block heads and jaws.The jaws will definitely look more like a boxers and the head doesn't seem as big and blocky as a Pit either.

Thursday, August 16, 2007

Stop Pit Bull Fighting

Do you now Pit Bulls are Great Dogs? This greatness should be rewarded with Love, Praise and Compassion. Not Death, Scars, Pain and Blood.

DOG FIGHTING IS USELESS.

Pit Bulls are made to fight for game testing, pride, money or EGO. I don't have any difference in opinion some Pit Bulls love to fight. But they aren't breed for that purpose. Please think it over before letting it out for fighting...

Though dog fighters can shout till their face turns blue but they can't give oner valuable reason why Pit Bulls should be allowed to fight among themselves. Never did!

Dog owners leaned quickly that the pit bull fighting is their bread winners. It could put some extra pennies in their wallet. Thats why they allow Pit bull Fighting.

Totally, I hate Pit Bull fighting. Will you?

Friday, August 10, 2007

Control of Ringworm in Pit Bulls

Do you know ringworm is the most common disease in pit bulls? As the name implies ringworm, it is not a worm but fungi called Dermatophytes—thrives on dead skin surfaces.

Although 35 species of ringworm affect the pit bulls, 'Microsporum Canis’ is the main cause for ringworm.

If you notice a rapidly growing circular path of broken hair lesion on the skin, it is nothing but ringworm. If you notice dandruff-like flakes on the inflamed patches, you can confirm that your pit bull is going for ringworm infection. The common occurrence of this disease is paws, tails, ear tips and face.

The ringworm disease can easily be confirmed by your vet using ultra violet light. Once your pit bull is diagnosed with ringworm, your vet will advice to use topical medications or anti fungal pills for your pet.

You should take enough precautions to prevent the occurrence of this disease among human population, as it is an infectious disease. Use gloves while applying the topical medication on the skin of the affected pit bull. Don’t allow your kid to play with your pit bull until final recovery.

Always keep your pit bulls neat and clean! Although medication is available to cure ringworm disease in pit bulls, the slow recovery time is a real problem with this disease.

Wednesday, August 01, 2007

Use of Biaxin for Cold in Little Pit Pups

Do your little babies of pit bulls are suffering from colds? It is so hard with animals not to spread around what infections that they have. I would talk with your vet before putting them on this medication. Here is the information on Biaxin.

Biaxin is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as stomach ulcers, skin infections, tonsillitis, sinusitis, pneumonia, and bronchitis caused by bacteria.

Now I thing you may want to do is to seperate those pups who have the colds from the healthy ones so that they are not spreading around the virus to the others.

Next check with your vet on the Biaxin and the Z-pac. There may be a reason as to why your vet prescribed the z-pac instead of Biaxin. I would almost thing that the Biaxin may be to strong for the pups. I wish you well with the recovery of your babies.



Sunday, July 29, 2007

Alternatives for Rawhide Toys for Pit Bulls

As we discussed earlier rawhide toys are the top most thing to be avoided for playing pit bulls. Then, what are the alternatives for rawhide toys. The rawhide toys alternative include Nylabones, Bully sticks, and Kong toys.

Nylabones

Nylabones are manufactured from easily digestible object. Nylabones are a perfect substitute for hard to digest rawhide chews. These can be procured from eBay shops also!

Bully Sticks

These are prepared from Bull parts and are real natural chews. These should not be left with your Pit Bull unsupervised as the Pit Bull might swallow fully, which may lead to choking. Bully sticks can be purchased online itself.

Kong Toys

Kongs are a great alternative to the indigestible rawhide chews. Although Kong toys are not chew toys, you can fill these toys with your Pit Bulls favorite. Allow your Pit Bull to play with this toy for short spell of time. This toy should be provided to your Pit Bull with strict supervision. Otherwise, few shreds of this toy have been swallowed by the Pit Bulls.

Even you can choose any other toy for your Pit Bull other than the list provided above. But you should keep a point in your mind that the replacement for the rawhide toys should not only be a digestible but proven to be tough enough to withstand for a considerable amount of time for a pit Bull to play.




Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Say No to Rawhide Toys For Your Pit Bulls

Are you providing rawhide toys for your pit bulls? If your answer is “YES!!!”. This is the right article for you. Rawhide topped toys are the first and foremost toy that should be avoided for your pit bulls.

Most of the professional dog trainers know very well that selection of suitable toys for specific breed, and also maintaining safety and health. That’s why their first class is about toys to be avoided for a dog. In all the dog training classes, the demerits of providing rawhide toys are usually discussed.

Reasons for Avoiding Rawhides

Rawhide is nothing but dried leather. The common rawhide products we are using are the wallet, shoes, and belt at the departmental stores.

Rawhides are still having smell like leather hence your pit bull may sallow it immediately. Once swallowed it is very difficult to get digested (even weeks together). Some of the rawhide toys may get stuck in your pit bulls system. If left untreated, it made lead to serous consequences. Moreover rawhide toys are readily consumed not only by pit bulls but also by medium to large breed dogs.

Tuesday, July 17, 2007

American Pit Bull TerrierBy John Rodgers


The american pit bull terrier originates from the introduction of English and Irish pit terriers into America during the mass immigration of the 1800's. The English dog's originated from cross breeding between terrier and bulldog breeds, the Irish dogs origins were shrouded in secrecy.

The pit bull terriers brought to America had been bred for dog fighting using the terrier breeds killing instinct and the bulldogs tenacity and powerful muscled body, they had been bred to be loyal and accepting of their human masters and were considered family dogs.

The introduction of pit bulls to America saw the breed develop as the breed was crossed with bigger dogs to produce the American pit bull terrier.


The American pit bull terrier is an exceptionally powerful dog that is instantly recognizable. The dog has a broad chunky head with large cheeks that cover extremely powerful jaw muscles and has round eyes. The neck is thick and powerful dropping to strong, wide shoulders and a deep chest. Coloration is numerous but these short haired dogs can range in color from brown, fawn to black, blue and white.

Contrary to popular opinion these dogs are not wanton killing machines, they do have violent tendencies toward other dogs but are no more violent toward people than other dog breeds. They are loyal, obedient and good with children and families. They make excellent guard dogs and are generally good with other family pets including other dogs if they have been socialized with the other pets from puppy hood.

The American pit bull generally stands between 18 and 22 inches tall, and weighs in between 10 and 50 kg, and has a few known health problems such as being prone to cataracts and congenital heart disease. American pitbulls have a life expectancy of around 12 years, have litters of about 5-10 puppies and need regular exercise to burn off excess energy. colors vary from fawn pit bulls, to blue pit bulls, red nose pit bulls and black pit bulls.

John Rodgers writes for American Pitbull at officialpitbull.info/american-pitbull

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Thursday, July 12, 2007

Pit bull Pet Insurance

Have you ever thought of whether pet insurance is necessary for your pit bull? YESS!!! Because "it's better to be safe than sorry." Pet insurance for pit bulls not only saves time and money but also frustration if something unfortunate happens.

Do you know insurance for dogs cover nearly 6000 illnesses? Pet insurance helps to cover unexpected deaths, to offer a reward when your dog do missing, advertising cost for giving ad in a newspaper about your missed dog, and boarding or kennel fees as a sequel of any illnesses.

Don't select any insurance company for your precious pitbulls. Analyze the company before selecting the same. Always prefer to go for lifetime coverage.

Some of the companies offer more coverage for specific breeds say, pit bull. Although this costs bit more but it is worth for you while claiming the coverage.

The best policy in pit bull pet insurance is the one, which offers cheapest among all the insurance companies.

In order to get best possible option, it is highly advisable to do necessary research before submitting a quote. Spend some time and select the coverage that is appropriate for you.

Have a pet insurance for your pit bulls and be act as a smart and responsible owner. Pit bull pet insurance is always better for this nutty dog.

Tuesday, July 03, 2007

Pit Bull Puppies Feeding


Feeding pit bull puppies is an important task for maintaining hale and healthy. The best food I suggest for pit bull puppies is Canidae. You can bag this from your local feed store. It is economical - $35 for a 40 lb. It comes to 88 cents per pounds. Hence if you are seeking for a high quality food with low price. Then Canidae is the perfect choice. This feed is rich in herring meal, lamb meal, turkey meal, chicken meal, and human grade chicken.

Nature Puppy Formula

The meat sources of this puppy feed are chicken, lamb meal, and chicken meal. The peculiarity of this feed is it is rich in garlic, which helps to ward off fleas. You can get this feed at Petsmart.

Solid Gold Hundchen Flocken Puppy Food

This feed is rich in fishmeal, lamb meal and lamb. The bost of a bag is $41 per 33 lb bag. You can procure them in Petco.

Other pit bull puppy feed available in the market are California Natural Puppy Food, Orijen Puppy food, and Fromm Puppy Gold. All these feed are rich in fish meal, salmon meal, northern white fish, turkey meal, chicken meal, duck meal and Lamb meat. In adition to these ingredients, some of the pitbull puppy feed is rich in organic minerals, tonic herbs and probiotics.

As these feeds don't contain corn in them, you can see some good results with muscle and coat definition. Once you try any one of these feeds, your pit bull terrier pup will develop shining coat and awesome muscle definition.

Saturday, June 30, 2007

Are Pit Bulls Killers By Je Dunn

Let me start off by stating that not all pit bulls are born dangerous. The real source of the danger lies with irresponsible ownership. These dogs are not human aggressive by nature. They are also one of the most abused breed of animals in this country.

Pit bulls are just about average for number of dog bites, and believe it or not the lovable Labrador Retriever gives the most bites per year.

Pits tend to be animal aggressive but despite what the media may have you believe they are not born killers. Human aggression is a completely separate trait from aggression toward other dogs or other animals. Dog aggression is a very common trait in pit bulls. In contrast human aggression is not. In both cases the reason is a result of breeding and training.

One of the most important things to consider before you buy a pit bull is the history of the breeder as well as how much time you have to care for the dog.

This is not a breed for couch potato’s; these dogs need a good amount of exercise. Training, love, and proper care are the keys to success with this very athletic breed.

Pit bulls are characterized by their short stocky but strong bodies. American bulldogs are larger and have a higher working drive where as pit bulls are smaller and are more animal aggressive. Still saying that all pit bulls are mean and dangerous is an uneducated generalization of this breed.

Pit bulls were originally bred for blood sports, like Bull and Badger bating and dog fighting. Although aggression towards other animals would be a desirable trait for these sports, the dog’s handlers needed to be able to reach in and separate their dogs to administer some first aid so they could continue to tear each other apart, if that makes any sense.

Because of the dog handlers need to interact with these powerful animals these fighters had to be bred to be human friendly. This is why a pit bull is a poor choice for a guard dog. They instinctively like people.

Blue pit bulls have become very much in demand and are currently the favorite color.

Most of these dogs are very intelligent, tenacious, and yes fearless. They have become the villain of choice today when it comes to viscous dog attacks, some of which are deserved.

What I have learned is that pit bulls are not born mean.

There are two things that make these dogs dangerous...

1. Ignorance

2. Bad owners.

There are currently a number of cities around the US that have or are looking to band pit bulls. But what will this accomplish?

Assuming for a moment that you ban them, the same problem owners that now raise pit bulls for all the wrong reasons will just choose other breeds: let’s say Rottweiler to abuse and train to be aggressive.

Responsible ownership and stricter breeding regulations is the only real way to address the issue of dangerous and aggressive dogs.

Discover the Shocking Truth about Pitbulls

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