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    Misconceptions About Dogs

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    Whether you are a new dog owner or a seasoned owner, there are many myths throughout the years believed as facts regarding dogs. Many originated in truths becoming woven In dispelling these myths Here are some of the most common misconceptions about dogs – and the facts. 1. One dog year is equal to seven human years This is an easy calculation due to simply multiplying the dogs years. However, many other factors need to be considered. Dogs seem to mature at an earlier age, then slow down…

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    I’m opposed to ban any breed of dogs, including the pit bull because all dogs have the capability to be aggressive if trained too. People think certain breeds of dogs like the pit bull should be banned because some have been attacking people and have caused several deaths. Pit bulls have been vilified in the media for many years. This has caused some localities to ban this type of dog from certain towns. What some people don’t know is that a pit bull is not a breed of dog. Instead, it is a…

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    and why. I will also talk about where they use selective breeding. The animal I’m focusing on is a Maltese Shih Tzu dogs. History The history behind the Maltese Shih Tzu is they started breeding in the 1990’s. They would breed a Maltese cross a Shih Tzu and together they made a Maltese Shih Tzu breed. Why we should have Maltese Shih Tzu dogs? We should have Maltese Shih Tzu dog as a pet because they are a loyal and gentle pet to have around. People choose Maltese Shih Tzu because they have a…

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    hated, unloved, and exploited, pit bulls have become “America’s most reviled breed”. People view pit bulls as a threat to society, and even ban them in countless cities around the nation. Along with their involvement in multiple dog attacks every year, dog fighting commonly revolves around pit bulls. New studies now show that pit bulls behave no more dangerously than any other breed of dog, leaving many to wonder where the dogs went wrong, or maybe more accurately, where the owners went wrong.…

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    out down since the Breed specific legislation or (B.S.L). Breed Specific Legislation targets a certain type of dogs based on their appearance. Breed Specific Legislation (B.S.L) is a law passed that restricts certain types of dogs due to them perceived as dangerous. Breed Specific Legislation shouldn't be a law because the dog mimics the owners actions and it discriminates against certain dog breeds. First of all Breed Specific Legislation should not be a law because the dog mimics the…

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    hunting dog (APBT) aka Pit Bull brings concern to a lot of people due to the quantity of human fatalities these dogs are reported in. The media would have you believe that these deaths are on the increase and is of epidemic proportions with Pit Bull being the culprit. An urban legend is that they have lockup jaws and have excellent bite force. Another story is that they're aggressive towards people, and go insane. The majority don’t understand is that the term “Pit bull” isn't a breed of dog;…

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    surrounding the breed that give them a terrible reputation. They are labeled as aggressive and vicious because of how they look and reports of their attacks, which are talked about and given more press attention than any other breed. While some people have a point that pit bulls are more inherently mean and dangerous than other dogs, they are wrong because their behavior is mostly dependent on how the owner raises their dog (Logos, concede). It is the owner who can bring up a dog so it is…

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    Pit Bull Essay

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    short-haired, stocky dog of any of several breeds or a hybrid with one or more of these breeds that was originally developed for fighting and is noted for strength, stamina, and tenacity. These include the American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bully, and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The American Bulldog is also sometimes included (Pit Bull Definition). Every dog breed has the potential to bite and kill. Most people do not want to think a smaller dog such as a…

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    sex or religion, so why are Pit Bulls being discriminated against for their breed? Less than a century ago Pit Bulls were loved, respected, admired and played an important role in the American culture. They were considered a canine icon, and Images of this brave, hardworking and loyal breed were everywhere. Today the reputation of Pit Bulls is completely different. Aggressive by nature, vicious and very dangerous breed that should be banned is the perception of Pit Bull in our society presented…

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    Banning of Pit Bulls Dogs have different personalities and temperaments, just like humans do. A dog's breed does not determine their personality, just like a human’s race does not determine their personality. Pit bulls are banned in many different cities because they are known for fighting and biting. What many people do not know, though, is that a dog is taught to be mean. It does not matter if it is a Chihuahua or if it is a pit bull, they can be taught to fight, or they can be taught to be a…

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