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The Real Scoop on Pitbulls

January 13th, 2009

There are many horror stories out there that involve pit bull attacks. I mean they are breed to kill, right? Well, that is wrong. I want to educate people on this incredible, loving and smart breed of dog. It just breaks my heart to see that some cities are, actually banning this breed of dog.

Did you know that pit bulls were, actually breed to be nannies? Yes, they were breed to watch over children. In the 1940’s and 50’s they were referred to as “the nannies of America”. After all The Little Rascals had a pit bull and so did Helen Keller. Pit bulls were once loved family pets. The truth is that any dog can be an aggressive dog. Labs, Terriers and Retrievers are all on record for biting. So why is it that only Pit bulls are publicized for this? I believe it’s because no one wants to ruin the “good dog” reputation of these other breeds. There are thousands of pit bull breeds running around in America and when there are that many dogs there are bound to be bites. The truth is that statistically American Pit bulls are the least likely breed to bite.

Many famous people own pit bulls, as well. Like, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, General George Patton, Helen Keller, Jamie Foxx, Rachael Ray, Jon Stewart, Ken Howard, Jessica Biel, Jessica Alba, Kevin Federline and Pink.

Not to mention there are many pit bulls that are famous themselves. Like, Sergeant Stubby, he is the most decorated dog in military history, and the only dog to have been promoted during battle. He fought for 18 months in the trenches of France during WW1 for 17 battles. He warned his fellow soldiers of gas attacks, located wounded soldiers, and listened for oncoming artillery rounds. He was even responsible for the capture of a German spy.

Amy Farid, for more information on pit bulls visit https://paydotcom.com/r/53668/amyfarid123/22196344/ or http://newtrendsonline.blogspot.com/

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  1. January 13th, 2009 at 19:34 | #1

    I was fortunate to come across your article! I too am a Pit Bull advocate and know and appreciate their amazing personalities. I recently published an article regarding the breed specific legislation to ban Pit Bulls (or any breed for that matter). I thought I’d send it your way:
    http://divadogtraining.com/blog/behavioral-modification/a-pit-bull-is-a-terrible-thing-to-waste

    I look forward to reading more from you!
    Thanks,
    Gayle