The Loyal Working Companion Dog: American Pit Bull Terrier

This breed of dog, also fondly called as American Pit Bull Terrier, is known for its loyalty and intelligence. The dogs with this breed make excellent companions in the right hands and living situation.

Unfortunately, too many people obtain these dogs for the wrong reason and/or have little understanding of the inherent traits this breed possesses.

It is unfortunate that one of the original purposes of the APBT was (and still is) dog-to-dog combat,and so it It's important that  pit bull dog owners understand the selective breeding process that took place to make the dogs of today.
 
 Basic facts about Pit Bull dogs.

Part of the Terrier breeds this dog likes either outdoor or indoor. Its coat is smooth, shiny, thick, and short and the color varies. its height is between 18 and 22 inches and weight between 30 and 60 pounds


Temperament:
      The Pit Bull Terrier is full of energy, and loyal;They    should be socialized early on with other animals and especially with children.it is very important that these dogs are trained properly at a young age.

Health Issues are heart murmurs and mange

Care and Exercise:
          Bathe when necessary.
Brush their coat only occasionally using a brush with firm bristles.
Rub down their coat with a towel or a chamois to remove hairs that are loose.
Their physique requires a regular exercise routine which includes a daily play time and/or  running along a bicycle while on a leash.They should be on leash while walking in public places.

 Origin/History:

     The ancestors of Pit Bull dogs came to the US in the   mid-1800s with some Irish-Boston immigrants. Like the Staffie, they were originally bred from bulldogs and terriers. Since  the American Pit Bull Dog is a forerunner to the Staffie, it was also molded to be a fighting dog. However, the Americans made their variety some pounds heavier and trained them to have a more powerful head.

Bull baiting and dog baiting were prohibited in England so bull terriers were no longer bred for bouts. It is in America where the pit bull also gained its popularity for many uses and reasons like:

     It was used to embody the country in one WW1 artwork.
Well-known companies like the Buster Brown Shoe Company and even RCA used the breed as mascots.
Petie, a pitbull, was one of the stars in, “Our Gang”, a well sought children’s TV series.
4. A mix breed called Stubby was transformed into a popular and decorated WW1 hero.
Pits became good companies of pioneer families on their journeys.
Jack, a working pit bulldog was owned by Laura Wilder of lines of books called “Little House”.
Popular people like Helen Keller and US President Theodore Roosevelt owned the variety.

If you want to have an Pit bull Dog as a pet, be sure that the puppy is handled well and properly socialized. A solid and good training will surely produce an obedient, tranquil, and good companion or even a working dog!