American Pitbull Terrier Videos
American Pitbull Terrier Pictures
American Pitbull Terrier Articles
The breed most often called Pit Bulls is the American Pit Bull Terrier. The name Pit Bull covers a large number of individual breeds. They have a large range of colors that when matched with their distinctive physical features make them an intriguing and beautiful animal. Colors can be brown, chocolate, red, blue, white, fawn, sable, and black. They also can be in many of those colors as combinations, such as black and tan, brown with red nose and blue fawn.
The Pit Bull has a broad, brick-like head with powerful jaws and teeth that form a scissor like bite. The neck is thick and muscular and connects to a brawny chest and shoulders. The ears are generally cropped, though this is not necessary and the coat is made up of thick, short, shiny hair.
Unlike common belief these dogs are not anti human. Although they do have natural aggressive tendencies are toward other dogs and animals, but not people. If they are properly trained and socialized by a firm, but calm, confident, consistent human pack leader they can make terrific companions and easy to manage.
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a pleasant, entertaining, extremely loyal and can be a loving family pet that does well with children and adults. They are very eager to please. It is an exceptionally courageous and smart dog that is high spirited and alert. It is very sociable when properly trained, but also knows when to protect itself and owners from a threat and when to remain calm.
This breed requires vigorous, regular exercise. Long walks are recommended because it not only gives the dog the exercise necessary but is a great opportunity for bonding and socializing.
They are generally okay with other pets if acclimated to them from an early age. They are very friendly, but not recommended for most people because many pet owners don't understand how to properly raise a dog.
Some are bred and trained as assistance dogs and therapy dogs. Due to the breed's high energy and intelligence, they make great working dogs, often being used in search and rescue as well as for drug-sniffing operations.
Dog Breeds Main Page
