- The American Pit Bull Terrier is, like all the ‘bully’ breeds, one of this group of descendants of the British ‘bull and terrier’ type fighting bulldogs.
- Out of all the breeds that are referred to as the “pitbull” the American Pit Bull Terrier is the only breed with the actual words “Pit Bull” in their name.
- While a stocky and hardy breed, the American pit bull terrier is prone to certain health issues, including allergies, hip dysplasia, cataracts and obesity.
- It's sensible to recognize that there are Pit Bull Terriers still being bred for dog-fighting, or for guarding the lairs of gang bangers and drug dealers.
- The American pit bull terrier may have a bad reputation, but under all that muscle is a heart of gold. ... is a type of dog, but the American pit bull terrier is a breed.
- Far too many beloved companion pets and domesticated animals suffer a violent death by the powerful jaws of pit bull terriers each year.
- By nature the American Pit Bull Terrier (or Pit Bull) is friendly toward humans, which is enhanced by proper training.
- While the term “pit bull” is often used to describe many different dogs, the American Pit Bull Terrier is the only true pit bull.
- While the American Pit Bull Terrier was originally bred with selective fighting characteristics, the breed has many impressive, optimistic characteristics.
- Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis, shortened to NCL, is a progressive neurologic disease found in several breeds, including your American Pit Bull Terrier.