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American Pit Bull Terrier Description:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is thought to have originated from Bulldog and terrier crosses, and was first developed as a fighting breed after bull-baiting was outlawed in England in 1835. The American Pit Bull Terrier was taken to the United States around the 19th century, mainly to be used as a working farm dog. It became on of the most popular breeds in the United States but in the past few years has earned a reputation of aggression. World wide it has faced legislation against it because of publicized attacks against people. The reputations is somewhat unjust. There are those unscrupulous individuals who promote its fighting instinct but if properly socialized and trained, the breed is good-natured, a great companion and obedient and is known for excelling in most canine role.

American Pit Bull Terrier Appearance:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a very stocky and muscular dog. He has a very broad head and neck. His jaws are very powerful. The ears are cropped and the long tail docked. The coat is short and shiny and comes in many colors.

American Pit Bull Terrier Weight:
Male 30 to 60 lb (14 to 27 kg)
Female 30 to 60 lb (14 to 27 kg)

American Pit Bull Terrier Height:
Male 14 to 24 in (36 to 61 cm)
Female 14 to 24 in (36 to 61 cm)


American Pit Bull Terrier Grooming/Coat:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is easy to groom and is an average shedder.

Temperament/Personality:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a breed that is loyal to friends and family, and is usually friendly towards strangers. People have been known to be afraid of American Pit Bull Terriers because of their bad reputations. This breed can be a very congenial pet as they have a general love of people.

American Pit Bull Terriers do exhibit a higher percentage of aggression than many other breeds, and a very high prey drive toward small animals. Proper training can make the dog obedient and have a high desire to please. Proper socialization at an early age is definitely necessary.


Families/Children:
The American Pit Bull Terrier can be excellent with the family children. Because of their high tolerance to pain, can easily participate in rough play. As with many breeds, the American Pit Bull Terrier should never be left alone with children.

For this breed to be a good family pet and companion, good training along with early proper socialization is imperative. Allowing your American Pit Bull Terrier to receive a lot of daily exercise with mental stimulation is also a definite plus!


American Pit Bull Terrier Living Environment:
American Pit Bull Terrier prefer an open large yard that has a strong fence. They need to burn off a lot of energy meaning they need a lot of exercise every day to stay healthy and mentally healthy. When exercise is not available, the American Pit Bull Terrier can easily get bored and perhaps destructive.

A small home, apartment or condominium is not recommended for the American Pit Bull Terrier unless you are always home and are willing to go on several walks per day.


American Pit Bull Terrier Health:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is one of the longer living large breeds. They can, however, be afflicted with:
hip dysplasia
thyroid dysfunction
congenital heart defects
skin allergies


American Pit Bull Terrier Life Span:
12-14 years. One of the longer-living large breeds.

American Pit Bull Terrier Litter Size:
5-10 little ones

Origin of American Pit Bull Terrier :
United States

Uses/Employment:
As a working breed who is also very intelligent, the American Pit Bull Terrier is used in:
border patrol
general service dogs
hearing
performing narcotics and explosives detection
police
search and rescue


Competitions/Sports:
The American Pit Bull Terrier can be found participating in any of the following sports:
weight pulling
dog agility
flyball
lure coursing
advanced obedience competition


American Pit Bull Terrier Needs:
A happy and healthy American Pit Bull Terrier needs to be well-treated, given lots of exercise, room to run and your life-long affection.

More Information On The American Pit Bull Terrier :
Twelve countries in Europe, Australia, Canada, Ecuador, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Singapore, and Venezuela have enacted some form of breed-specific legislation on pit bull-type dogs, including American Pit Bull Terriers, ranging from outright bans to restrictions and conditions on ownership. The state of New South Wales in Australia places restrictions on the breed, including mandatory desexing, in order to ensure the eventual extinction of the breed in that state. Source: Wikipedia


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elizabeth:Saturday February 4th 04:43 am
in New Zealand pit bulls must be desexed




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