“A Mans Best Friend”
Aug 7 2009
A Pit bull refers to the dog breed that belongs to the Molosser family. There are three specific types under pit bull family: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier which is also known as Amstaff, and the most popular American Pit bull Terrier or APBT. Even other breeds that are produced from mating a pit bull and other breed type are also called pit bulls which should not be.
Bulldogs and terriers from England are the parents of pit bull terrier. The history of this breed type is definite because unlike other breeds, the development of this breed was properly documented in the past. During the era of Queen Elizabeth I, pit bull dogs were very common in dog fighting, one of the famous gambling practices during this time.
This breed type is also one of the most preferred companions because of its incomparable loyalty to its owner. Most owners claim that pit bulls are generally great pets, friendly, and have better temperament than other dogs. It is not a surprising comment about pit bulls because they are innately very smart, loving and protective of their owner and the owners family.
The only sad fact about pit bulls is that they commonly gain media popularity because of dog fighting events. Animal lovers, specifically dog lovers, are actually upset of this reality. Such bad publicity, however, is declining because of the efforts of humane owners and breeders to put an end to such thing.
The pit bull breed size can range between 25 to 105 pounds. Any common pit bull can have the average weight of 55 pounds. Due to their short coats, these dogs love the warmer climates.
Warmer climate areas are the best places for rearing pit bull terriers. They have short coats so they could not survive cold environment. The most common body size of this breed type is 55 pounds but it generally ranges from 25 to 105 pounds weight.
Having a pit bull terrier can be a lot easier when you have it when it is still a puppy since they can still be easily trained. Puppies are a lot tolerant and can easily adapt with their owners environment as compared to grown ups. And with the proper care and training, they can be the best dog one can ever have.
What make pit bulls interesting is that they are the only breed that appeared three times in Life Magazine covers. They are acknowledged as part in the history of the First World War in the U.S. and got several recognitions and medals for it. Until today, pit bulls are acclaimed around the world.
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