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	American Pit Bull Terrier Puppy - American Pit Bull Terrier Dog Breed Information
		Overview: Originating during the 19th century, the American Pit Bull Terrier was noted for having the gameness of a Terrier and the athletic abilities and strength of a Bulldog.
		American Pit Bull Terriers are not generally used for guarding due to their friendly nature.
		The American Pit Bull Terrier is prone to hereditary cataracts, hip dysplasia, congenital heart disease, and allergies to grass.
	www.nextdaypets.com /directory/breeds/1100012 (598 words)

	Pit Bull Breed History
		The Bull and Terrier was bred for aggression to other dogs, unrelenting bravery, a high pain threshold, a superior blood clotting ability to aid him when wounded, a willingness to fight to the end, and an unmatched affection for people.
		The name was changed in 1972 to the American Staffordshire Terrier to distinguish the breed from the Staffordshire Bull Terrier of England, the ancestor to the American dogs, which was recognized by the AKC in 1974.
		The Bull Terrier breed has a long history as a dog of the common man, and it is from his basic stock that the AKC's American Staffordshire and Staffordshire Terriers, and the UKC's American Pit Bull Terrier developed.
	www.pitbullsoforegon.com /breed_history.html (1225 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The American PitBull Terrier (APBT) is a breed of dog in the terrier group, one of several breeds loosely classified as pit bulls.
		The APBT is not recognized by the American Kennel Club, unlike the closely related breeds the American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
		APBTs were never bred for human aggression or guarding behavior, and stable examples of the breed are generally not suitable as guard dogs.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/American_Pit_Bull_Terrier (1957 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier Breed Standard
		The American Pit Bull Terrier's many talents did not go unnoticed by farmers and ranchers who used their APBTs for protection, as catch dogs for semi-wild cattle and hogs, to hunt, to drive livestock, and as family companions.
		The American Pit Bull Terrier has always been capable of doing a wide variety of jobs so exaggerations or faults should be penalized in proportion to how much they interfere with the dog's versatility.
		The American Pit Bull Terrier must be both powerful and agile so actual weight and height are less important than the correct proportion of weight to height.
	www.arba.org /AmericanPitBull1BS.htm (1555 words)

	Pit Bull Forums - The American Pit Bull Terrier
		Pit Bull Community is dedicated to the preservation of the pit bull in its original form as a game-bred dog and in its modern incarnations as a loving companion pet and top competitor in weight pull competitions and conformation shows.
		So, today "pit bull" is a pejorative term that strikes fear in the hearts of many and leads to the spreading of urban legends about dogs with locking jaws that exert 20 thousand pounds of pressure, unstable breed temperament, and overwhelming human aggression.
		In fact, the well-bred American Pit Bull Terrier is a family guardian and protector; an intelligent and obedient pet; a sweet, even-tempered dog that serves well as a help-mate to handicapped owner and friend to small children; and a healthy, hardy dog that complains little and offers much to his family.
	www.game-dog.com /forums/showthread.php?t=2675 (1543 words)

	Mafia Kennels -- American Pit Bull Terriers
		While the pit bull does indeed possess a feisty and spirited character, the history of the breed reveals a much more complex tapestry of temperament and personality.
		However, many pit bull enthusiasts believe the origins of the breed can be traced back to antiquity and the Molossian family of dogs.
		The "pit" in pit bulls comes from the fact that ratting occurred in a pit that kept the rats from escaping.
	www.mafiakennels.com /historyofthepitbull.htm (1196 words)

	American Pit Bull Terriers: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
		American Pit Bull Terriers are a dime a dozen today, and most of them are bred and offered for sale by people who don't have the slightest idea of how to breed good-tempered dogs who can function in our society.
		American Pit Bull Terriers are powerful dogs who MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and do interesting things.
		The best Pit Bulls are versatile working dogs, capable of learning a great deal, but they have an independent mind of their own and are not pushovers to raise and train.
	www.yourpurebredpuppy.com /reviews/americanpitbullterriers.html (1165 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier - Doggiewoggie - All About Dogs
		American Pit Bull Terriers are often associated with the urban and hip hop culture, and many young (predominantly male) people purchase them on the grounds of wanting a ‘tough dog’;, who usually ends up maltrained and in poor health.
		The APBT is not recognised by the American Kennel Club, unlike its close cousins the the American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
		The American Pit Bull Terrier is the midsized breed of the three generally referred to as pit bulls (see also American Staffordshire Terrier (AST) and Staffordshire Bull Terrier (SBT)).
	doggiewoggie.com /dog-breeds/american-pit-bull-terrier (1569 words)

	Dog breeds : American Pit Bull Terrier
		(Pit Bulls are prone to distemper and parvo, so it is important that they receive all their vaccinations before coming into contact with other dogs or being in places that other dogs frequent.) Well behaved and obedient Pit Bulls are great ambassadors for the breed and contribute to improve its reputation.
		The original name Bull Terrier was applied to a show dog developed by a man named Hinks in England by crossing a white terrier with a "half and half." The half and halfs were a cross between the pushed-in nose bulldog and a terrier.
		American pit dog men tended to think that the pit dogs were descended along similar lines and called their dogs "Pit Bull Terriers" in formal writings.
	www.dogomania.com /breed/breed26 (781 words)

	Pet Pit Bull - Breed Information
		The Pit Bull is an exceptional breed that requires exceptional dedication and ownership.This page may seem to paint a grim picture of Pit Bull ownership, but the breed's very survival depends on new owners knowing what they are getting into, and ALL owners being responsible and protecting the breed's reputation.
		Pit bulls tend to be very "soft" with their family, meaning that they are eager to please their humans.
		As I said in the temperament section, Pit Bulls tend to be very "soft" with their families, and it is very possible to ruin a good dog by "over correcting" with a choke chain, prong collar, and particularly a shock collar.
	www.pitbullsontheweb.com /petbull/breedinfo.php (3461 words)

	Pitbull
		Among enthusiasts, the history of the APBT is as controversial as the breed itself is among the misled public.
		These authors consider the present name, American Pit Bull Terrier, a double misnomer, since, in their view, the breed is not of American origin and is not a terrier.
		APBTs have a much wider phenotypical range, since the primary breeding goal, until fairly recently, has been not to produce a dog with a certain “look” but to produce one capable of winning pit contests, in which the looks of a dog counted for nothing.
	www.pitbull.se /?page_id=30 (2752 words)

	The Ultimate American Pit Bull Terrier Dog Breeds Information Guide and Reference
		The American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT) is a breed of dog in the terrier group, one of several breeds loosely classified as pit bulls.
		In jurisdictions where breed-specific legislation threatens ownership of Pit Bulls, owners are often advised by their peers to refer to their Pit Bulls and Pit bull crosses as 'Staffys' or 'Amstaffs', which are generally exempt from such regulations.
		Purists among American Staffordshire owners find this unethical, and resent it, perhaps fearing that the ultimate result of the subterfuge will be restrictions on their breed as well.
	www.dogluvers.com /dog_breeds/American_Pit_Bull_Terrier (812 words)

	Adopt an American Pit Bull or American Staffordshire Terrier - Breed origins and characteristic. National and local ...
		American Pit Bulls should not be trained as attack dogs, as once they are engaged in a conflict, they may be nearly impossible to stop.
		American Pit Bull Terriers should never be allowed to run loose as they may lethally attack other dogs, cats, and may even go after larger animals such as goats and cattle.
		A Pit Bull, a Labrador, and a Siamese cat travel two hundred and fifty miles through the Canadian wilderness to be reunited with their human family.
	www.flex.net /~lonestar/pitbull.htm (655 words)

	Bull and Terrier Breeds (American Staffordshire Terrier, Pit bull terrier, Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier)
		The terrier suffix should simply be considered as a relic of their remote ancestors (the ancient "Bull-and-Terriers"), not as an indication of these dogs' classification, type or genetic make-up (they are not "half terrier, half bull" as is sometimes assumed).
		While the American Staffordshire Terrier was recognized in 1936 by the AKC some breeders continued to register their dogs with the UKC and the ADBA.
		In some regions of the US the imported "pit bulls" were selectively bred for increased height and weight to further improve their performance.
	www.bulldoginformation.com /bull-and-terrier-breeds.html (1128 words)

	Pit bull - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The American Pit Bull Terrier is one of several bull terrier breeds, often kept as a pet.
		Pit bulls have gained a fearsome reputation among the general American public due to negative media attention, but those familiar with the breed generally attest to its friendly disposition, especially toward children and small animals, earning it the nickname "the nanny dog".
		The American Temperament Test Society, Inc. (ATTS) breed statistics as of December 2005 show an 83.5% passing rate for the American Pit Bull Terrier and the American Staffordshire Terrier and a 84.7% passing rate for the Staffordshire bull terrier, as compared to an 81.2% average pass rate for all dog breeds.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pit_bull (4555 words)

	Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The American Pit Bull Terrier
		The name was changed in 1972 to the American Staffordshire Terrier to distinguish the breed from the Staffordshire Bull Terrier of England, the ancestor of the American dogs, which was recognized by AKC in 1974.
		So, today "pit bull" is a pejorative term that strikes fear in the hearts of many and leads to the spreading of urban legends about dogs with locking jaws that exert 20 thousand pounds of pressure, unstable breed temperament, and overwhelming human aggression.
		In fact, the well-bred American Pit Bull Terrier is a family guardian and protector; an intelligent and obedient pet; a sweet, even-tempered dog that serves well as a help-mate to handicapped owner and friend to small children; and a healthy, hardy dog that complains little and offers much to his family.
	www.canismajor.com /dog/amerpit.html (1560 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier
		Some AKC-registered American Staffordshire Terriers are dual-registered as American Pit Bull Terriers with the UKC; however, this draws criticism from many who point out that the bloodlines have been separate for too long for these to be considered the same breed.
		The Pit Bull was used to represent the US in WW1 artwork; popular companies like RCA and the Buster Brown Shoe Company used the breed as their mascots.
		The American Dog Breeders Association was formed in 1909 because of certain fanciers' opinions that the UKC was not doing it's job protecting and preserving the Pit Bull breed as they felt it should be preserved.
	www.bulldogbreeds.com /americanpitbullterrier.html (979 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier, Pit Bulls, Pitbulls
		The American Pit Bull Terrier is a good-natured, amusing, extremely loyal and affectionate family pet, which is good with children and adults.
		American Pit Bull Terriers must have plenty of regular exercise and need to be taken on long daily walks.
		The difference between Pits and American Staffordshire Terriers is a difficult one.
	www.dogbreedinfo.com /americanpitbull.htm (1587 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier Puppies for Sale, American Pit Bull Terrier Breeders, Pit Bull
		Our American Pit Bull Terrier breeders can also refer you on to other dog breeders they know of, perhaps closer to you.
		Pit Bulls are as much a victim of the media as they are of their historic breeding.
		In reality Pit Bull dogs can prove to be great family companions.
	www.pets4you.com /pitbull.html (411 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier Information
		Most people who think or say "Pit Bulls" are inherently mean, have most likely never met one and rely on the inaccurate media hyped portrayal of "Pit Bulls" as the backbone of their opinions.
		The APBT is, however, very loyal and eager to please, so that if an owner wants a dog to be aggressive toward humans and reinforce this conduct from an early age, the dog will most likely be agressive towards humans as an adult.
		Pit Bulls are the number one bred dog in the United States.
	www.sidyboysfoolin.com /APBT.html (905 words)

	The American Pit Bull Terrier
		The American Pit Bull Terrier as we know it today is a direct decendant of an English Bull Baiting Bulldog, which was found up to 150 years ago in parts of England.
		During this time "bull baiting", or the use of dogs to wrestle bulls in order to be captured and sent to market for slaughter, was a popular sport.
		According to some sources, the popularity of the APBT in America may be the result of the breed as we know it today, giving it the right to have the name American Pit Bull Terrier.
	members.tripod.com /~KrisannB/Info.htm (1709 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier
		The name was changed in 1972 to the American Staffordshire Terrier to distinguish the breed from the Staffordshire Bull Terrier of England, the ancestor of the American dogs.
		The Pit Bull is compact and extremely strong for his size.
		The Pit Bull is a courageous and fearless animal with a very high activity level.
	www.ameridogs.com /BreedPitBull.htm (368 words)

	How to Select an American Pit Bull Terrier - eHow.com
		A descendant of the English bulldog, the American pit bull terrier came to the United States in the 1800s as a pit-fighting dog.
		STEP 7: Understand that American pit bull terriers are prone to certain health conditions such as cataracts (cloudy eye lens) and hip dysplasia (a malformed ball and socket in the hip joint).
		Things I've learned about Pit Bulls are they are very eager to please, that is why they were willing to fight in the first place, they were not breed for dog aggression but merely for gameness which often also gets mistaken for dog aggression.
	www.ehow.com /how_9981_select-american-pit.html (841 words)

	American Pit Bull Terrier - Canada's Guide to Dogs - Breeds
		However, to avoid confusion with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the name was changed effective 1 January 1972 to the American Staffordshire Terrier.
		The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is acknowledged as a breed of British origin and was officially recognized by the CKC in 1953.
		The development of the American Pit Bull Terrier started sometime during the 19th century in the United Kingdom with the cross of "Bully" type dogs and Terriers with the aim of developing a dog who had the combination of a Terrier's gameness with the strength and athletics of the Bulldog.
	www.canadasguidetodogs.com /apbt.htm (1072 words)

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