Even if the shelter does decide to continue to not adopt out Pit Bulls, there are other options than euthanization. For instance, there are numerous rescue centers that will take in dogs deemed ‘vicious,’ like Pits Bulls, to keep them from being killed. One of these rescue centers is located in North Carolina. Fortitudine Vincimus Rescue Center, also known as “The Fort” was founded by Jake Gardner in 2012. According to Judi Brinegar’s article (2014), “Pit Bull Rescue Seeks Help,” “The Fort" is a nonprofit, no-kill rescue dedicated to alleviating the suffering of all animals, in particular the American Pit Bull Terrier”(Brinegar, para. 2).…
A hybrid between the Australian Shepherd and the Labrador Retriever, the Australian Shepherd Lab is a relatively new breed of medium-sized dog known for exhibiting the intelligence, stamina, and affectionate nature of its purebred parent dogs. Australian Shepherds are known for their strength, agility, protectiveness, and attentiveness which make it a popular herding and guarding canine. Meanwhile, Labrador Retrievers come from a breed of hunting dogs and has become popular for their kindness, friendliness, and obedience, which makes them the ideal service pets. With these characteristics, the Australian Shepherd Lab mix is the perfect pet if you are searching for a companion that is both active and calm. Appearance…
“Pitbull” is actually a term to describe the canines appearance. Pitbulls are actually Bred between Bulldogs, Terriers and possibly other dog breeds depending on the dogs appearance (Amelia Glynn). Like everyone else, Pitbulls suffer modern problems because of their past. Pit Bulls were actually…
Annotated Bibiography Arin Greenwood. “10 Stereotypes About Pit bull’s That Are Just. Dead. Wrong.” The huffington post.…
Pit bulls and their different jaws-Pit bulls do have locking jaws – pit bull owner myth exposed is an article that is saying pit-bull have and lock jaw. Which the author states that pit bulls do hold and shake that is the only that I found out that is true about the article that I have read in this article. He then proceeds on saying “Unless a crow bar or break stick is used to pry open a pit bull’s jaws, shooting the dog may be the only way to get the animal to release. Though the pit bulls jaws may not “structurally” lock, they do not release naturally either.” I know for a fact that is not true because I had three pit bulls that lived in the same house together.…
Jessica Yun J. Lindberg English 1101 6 April 2016 Don’t Bully a Breed The media has given pit bulls a bad reputation and states have begun to support Breed Specific Legislation laws (BSL), but there are many owners who raised their pit bull breeds in correct environments resulting in strong, loyal, and sweet lap-dogs. Although pit bulls have had a few issues that caused deaths or injuries on others, banning pit bulls does not change the fact that all breeds have had incidents of attacking humans and animals. Pit bulls have a history that leads to their companionship, loyalty, and easygoing nature.…
Border collies are wonderful animals and here are some facts about them. Such as their origins, what they look like, behavior, and traits. Well the original border collie started out in Scotland and England helping farmers with herding animals. The border collie will herd most animals such as, sheep, cows, goats, and even pigs.…
Pit bulls, just like any other dog, want a caring family and a joyous home. Some individuals may argue that pit bulls should not be allowed to be kept as pets due to a few of the vicious crimes they have committed in the past, however, the entire pit bull breed should not be punished for the act of a few of their counterparts. Pit bulls, as long as they have a positive home environment, the proper social interaction, and get plenty of exercise are no more dangerous than any other dog and should be allowed to be kept as pets. Pit bulls, in order for them to behave well, need an owner that will work with them and give them a proper environment. Before taking on the challenge of raising a pit bull, one must know that it does require a certain…
When you look at a Pitbull what do you see? A beast, a monster? Or mans best friend?There are many points of view as to how you see a pitbull. But a great majority see them as “viscous” creatures. I claim that not all pitbulls are bad.…
Pitbulls are often seen as very aggressive and vicious dogs. But that's the not the truth not all Pitbulls are aggressive and vicious that's just…
The topic that will be talked about today is Pitbull’s and their history. Pitbull’s came from overseas and were originally used for herding cattle and sheep. They have always been very protective dogs and have been used for protecting the house, but when they were brought to America (Registry), they were the breed for dog fighting. For years in America, that’s what the dogs were bred to do until they started attacking people and kids. Then the government began to push for breed specific bans so people couldn’t have them.…
According to Barkpost, 1.4 million dogs are put to sleep every year by animal shelters. 40% of that 1.4 million, which is approximately half a million, are pit bulls. Pitbulls are given a bad reputation by the media because they only cover the “important” part of the news. A majority of them are just puppies at heart that care for their owner. Although pit bulls are seen as “dangerous” dogs, many factors come into play when it comes to pit bulls or just dogs in general.…
The only difference is that they are more intimidating. pitbulls have honestly done nothing wrong. The only thing they did is what they were taught. Did you know that it was just straight up illegal to bring your pitbull into Denver or Miami. If you do bring your pitbull in Miami Florida it is punishable b a 500 dollars.…
1. Great dane. The Great dane is one of the breeds with the shortest life span. It has a life expectancy between 7 to 10 years. Despite its short life span, a life with a Great dane is full of happy moments considering its sweet and eager nature.…
Ella Comerci Writing- 6 December 19, 2017 9 Interesting Facts about Corgis Corgis are short, and sometimes even stout. What pops up in your head immediately when someone mentions “Corgi” would most likely be: big ears, long body, short legs and no tail. Cardigans themselves go back 3,000 years and are the first herding dogs recorded. When you say Corgi, though, you're actually saying “Dwarf Dog” because “cor” and “gi” are root words. What do Do the root words mean though?…