A misunderstood breed of dog that started as Americas dog, soon became the face of "bad dogs". From the first police dogs to criminals dog of choice Pit bulls have been through many rough situations, from dog abuse to dog fights. They have been outstanding dogs no matter what, since each breed of any animal has its misunderstandings. Pit bulls where created in the united kingdom around the 1800's.(Breed History badrap.org) They where used for bull baiting, and dog fighting soon after became popular, which is where their name "Pit bull" derived from. Popular in the dog fighting world for its devastating bite it has then been seen as a dangerous dog. Getting its bad rap from being a star fighting dog these dogs will be forever seen …show more content…
They tend to attack the deep muscles, to hold on, to shake, and to cause ripping of tissues. Pit bull attacks were compared to shark attacks." stated.(dogsbite.org) So for this reason many Pit bulls are the dog of choice for dog fighters. The worst thing about all of the dog fighting is that it can happen anywhere with any person. The criminal can be a lifelong criminal, or even a star athlete, such as Michael Vick. This can show you that it is not the dogs choice to be fighting, but the criminals choice of whichever dog the person chooses. Like any dog a Pit bull can be a good dog as long as you treat it as if you where to treat any other dog. I'm not going to say that Pit bulls need allot of special training and all to become good dogs, because no matter what they already are good dogs. For example the dogs that Michael Vick had fought are now very good family dogs. Of course if you train a Pit bull it would become an even better dog, just like any other dog breed. So my point is that no matter what a Pit bull can be a good dog whether it was a fighter or is untrained, just as long as you show the dog some love. Now, Pit bulls are no different than any other dogs. They are just lake any type …show more content…
It is impossible to train any type of animal, hell you can even train a Tiger. Unpredictability is another misconception that people get for people. Some people believe that Pit bulls can not be predictable, so they say they can always attack anyone at anytime. Now, no dog will ever just attack someone for no reason, so why would Pit bulls do it? Also Pit bulls are not naturally aggressive so they would never hurt anyone unless they are protecting their owner. Last but not least the "blood myth". It is said once Pit bulls taste blood they turn extremely aggressive and go on an attack rampage. Now remember we are talking about dogs, not vampires, so there would be no reason that blood would make the dog want to kill everything it sees. This myth is by far the most inaccurate and false thing said about Pit bulls. I fed my dog meat all the time and if anything he got much friendlier for the love of those steaks. So in conclusion it comes to show that Pit bulls are as friendly as any other dog and can be very friendly no matter its past or stuff its been through. Although being profiled for many years Pit bulls have always been and will always be loving
Many people associate a negative connotation with the dog breed “pit bull.” These dogs are thought to be dangerous and problematic. However, much of this can be attributed to the mass amounts of negative media attention that pit bull breeds receive as opposed to other breeds of dogs that can be just as dangerous. For example, The National Canine Research Council did a four-day study on dog-bite repo...
To say “pit bull,” however, is a vague reference to several pit bull types, which are considered separate breeds by registries like the American Kennel Club (AKC). Each type has a slightly different breeding history; many began with the breeding of bulldogs with terriers to produce a loyal, compact and tenacious breed (“American Pit Bull Terrier”). The standard three pit bull types most often mentioned by name in breed-specific legislation include the American Pit Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. That is not the extent of the legislation, however, which also includes dogs that “substantially conform to the breed standards established by the American Ken...
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), there is a “great deal of confusion associated with the label ‘Pit Bull,’” as it does not refer to a single breed of dog, but rather to a group of breeds with similar characteristics1. These characteristics include short hair, a wide skull and shoulders, muscle definition, stocky build and a deep jawline, the combination of which create a dog that manages to strike fear into a perfect stranger. The term ‘Pit Bull’ is derived from the bulldog, which was originally bred as a hunting dog for large game, but has since developed into a “loyal companion rather than a working dog.”1 Their history as “gripping dogs” for hunters follows them into modern society, as many of these dogs have been inhumanely pitted against one another as well as other animals for sport and for human entertainment1. It is because of these illegal fighting rings that ‘Pit Bull’ type breeds have become the subje...
Since then, there has been a constant argument about whether or not this breed should be allowed to be kept as a pet. No one looks at pit bulls as normal dogs anymore. They are viewed as monsters. They have a crazy amount of strength, speed, and stamina. This can be used against them or for them depending on who is debating the issue of their legality.
It is the bad owners that give the pit bull a bad name. Contrary to that popular belief, dangerous animal behavior is the function of inherently dangerous dog owners, not inherently dangerous dogs. One fact that supports this is that pit bulls are the dogs most often shot during drug raids(TELLINGS v. Toledo). Besides the pit bulls that are owned by drug dealers for status symbols and protection, many pit bulls are owned by people that breed them for fighting. These poor dogs have a very slim chance of living a normal and happy life. This is not the fault of the dog, but the fault of the owners that should not have the dog, or should care for them better. The dogs that are forced to fight and are conditioned to defend themselves or die. When these dogs get loose, everything is a threat to them and they defend themselves in the name of survival. If golden retrievers were bred and raised with the sole purpose of fighting to the death, they would be just as dangerous as pit bulls. On the contrary, if all pit bulls were bred and treated as family dogs, they would have the same reputation as golden retrievers, if not better as the statistics found in the temperament test above
Some people think that pit-bulls are just naturally born to fight, they aren't, it is their owners who put them up to it. A dog weather it's a Rottweiler, Doberman or Pit, is completely loyal to it's owner and
Pit bulls are very good pets because they are very loyal to their owner. When a pit bull sense that his owner is in trouble they spring to action in a flash are no matter the height or weight of the attackers the pit bull will stay by the owners side and bark and defend its owner. Another factor that makes the pit bull a good pet is that they are not that hairy so they don’t need much grooming as other dogs with their lushes mane. They are very good pets because when you well raise them they can be helpful and loving dog with non-aggression attitude towards other dogs and people who are nearby. If you decide to adopt a pit bull that is aggressive then you need to try to work a little harder to gain their trust. Pit bulls act how they act because they are a reflection of how the owner are behavior wise. Pit Bulls are often very athletic. A Pit Bull will definitely motivate you to get daily exercise, whether you only want to walk around the block or train for a marathon. Pit Bulls also tend to do well at dog sports because they are very quick and vertical. However, Pit Bulls are not that athletic, like some dogs. Because Pit Bulls have not been really trained as other dogs they are just used for fighting. Pit Bull Terrier is a good dogs, amusing, extremely loyal and careful family pets that is good with children and adults. Almost always nice, it is always ready to please its master.
Owning a pit bull in today’s day and age has one of two reactions: Either the person loves them or is terrified of them. There are so many myths about Pit Bulls and they are just that. Myths. Some of the myths that surround pit bulls are that they have “lock jaw” and they have a killer instinct that does not stop at just killing other animals. Pit bull advocates, such as myself, know that Pit Bulls have always been known as the “nanny dog” throughout history because of how much they love children and their loyalty to their families. Mean or vicious dogs come from ignorant, irresponsible owners. The bottom line is that not all pit bulls are bad.
From the very beginning, pit bulls were used as farm dogs, family dogs, military mascots, and all-purpose companions. [slide 3]
The arguments made by advocates of these dogs are the same arguments made by people who feel that assault weapons are an essential part of daily living. There are plenty of breeds available that peacefully coexist with human society. There is no need for pit bulls.
Pit bulls have the most common misinterpretation for only being used for illegal activities such as dog fighting, because of their athletic and stocky body. However, before dogfighting was ever popular,
Each dog is bred for a specific reason, such as catching rabbits, hunting, and guarding. Pit bulls are originally bred to fight other dogs and animals to death. Pit bulls are half-terrier and half-English Bulldog. Terriers are known for their energy and their motivation to keep on going. English Bulldogs are known for their masculinity. PetsWorld, another website, says, “The American Pit Bull Terrier is an athletic canine breed. Pit Bulls make extraordinary donning mutts in that they are agile, strong, and typically energetic. A pit bull can keep running at paces of around 25-30mph.” Pit bulls are athletic dogs, they are more active than the average dog. With their athletic behavior, they can play endlessly with their owners. whether it's taking a jog, or jumping around at home, pit bulls will keep their owners
“They are vicious animals,” says the lady who stands ten feet away from any pit bulls she sees. Some people have a negative attitude towards pit bulls as pets; for that they see them as dangerous and aggressive animals. They give pit bulls such a bad name because of the media and terrible stories about them such as using them in ring fights. Most of the individuals who says that pit bulls are vicious are usually the ones who have not owned one and never met one, and they are basing their opinions on what they see on the media. Despite all these bad generalizations about the breed, pit bulls make great family pet, for they are loyal, loving, and very playful.
I don’t think it is fair to conclude all pit bulls are “vicious” based on the actions of one. I believe towns should punish the deed not the breed. For example, my dog’s previous home had to surrender her because one of their neighbors calling the local city office and complaining that they thought she “looked” like she may hurt one of their children. If she was a teddy bear dog, there wouldn’t have been an issue. Second, not all dogs are raised by the same owners; therefore, they have different attitudes and personalities. Some pits are not as fortunate as others to have nice homes and owners; however, this is true with other breeds of dogs as well. When they have nice owners, they are proven to be loyal, strong willed, obedient, stubborn, and
Thesis Statement: Pit bulls are like any breed of dogs that needs to be handled properly by their owners because they can be taught to be less aggressive and more loyal.