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The Humane Society of Broward County firmly believes that every animal deserves a good loving, lifetime home. Animals are not born “bad”, unfortunately they fall victim to people who train or teach them to be bad, mean, aggressive or destructive. This article will help you to better understand a very misunderstood breed, the American Pit Bull and the American Staffordshire Terrier also known as Pit Bulls.
A Pit Bull can make a great family pet, however, they are not the dog for everyone. If you think this dog may be for you, ask yourself if you are willing to learn all you can about this breed so you can educate people and handle the negative image and scrutiny when out in public. Also, ask yourself if you will have time to train, socialize, exercise and provide a safe environment for your dog. Finally, ask yourself if you will be able to make a lifetime commitment to this breed. Only through responsible ownership can we change the future and the image of the Pit Bull. The media, newspaper, worldwide web and other forms of communication spread many myths about this breed. We’d like to help to dispel some of these myths in this article.
Everything You Want to Know About Pit Bulls
Myth 1: Don’t Pit Bulls have locking jaws?
Fact: No, the jaws of a Pit Bull are constructed the same as any other dog except for the size difference. What they do have is strength and tenacity when they grasp on to something. This is a common trait among the Terrier breeds be it a Pit Bull or Jack Russell Terrier. |
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