Dog fighting breeds

The American pit bull terrier is a well-known breed of dog for polarizing reasons. Some know them as affectionate, loyal companions; trusted around children, the elderly, and other smaller breeds of dogs. Some may even recognize the breed from recruitment flyers for WWI, as at that time the American pit bull terrier embodied American masculinity and toughness. Delise, (2007) notes the following: However, for over half a century in between, 1920–1970, millions of Bulldogs, Bull Terriers,…

Shorthorn Cattle The shorthorn cattle originated on the northeastern coast of England in the countries of North cumberberland, Durham York, and Lincoln. The beginning of the breed actually took place In the valley of the tees river. The Colling brothers Charles and Robert were the founders of the breed of shorthorn cattle. Previously they contributed to the native cattle of the area but it remained that these breeders to develop the first systematic breeding program. As early as 1580 there was…

About the Golden Retriever The Golden Retriever is a sturdy, muscular dog of medium size, famous for the dense, lustrous coat of gold that gives the breed its name. The broad head, with its friendly and intelligent eyes, short ears, and straight muzzle, is a breed hallmark. In motion, Goldens move with a smooth, powerful gait, and the feathery tail is carried, as breed fanciers say, with a "merry action." The most complete records of the development of the Golden Retriever are included in the…

Don’t Bully My Breed “Don’t bully my breed” is a rallying cry currently being used by animal rights activist to advocate for the end of breed discrimination against Pit Bulls and pit bull types. It is critical to understand what a Pit Bull is and what a pit bull type may be. Pit Bulls are known by two official breed names, the American Pit Bull Terrier or APBT, and as the American Staffordshire Terrier or Amstaff. These dogs are described in the Original Dog Bible as medium build dogs that are…

are fantastic pets. To begin with, Pit bulls are discriminated. According to bustle.com, In Montreal, a law is being set. A terrible incident happened to an unknown dog, but now is being considered a Pitbull. Pit bulls are fighting dogs. They also have a bad reputation . Since Pit bulls have a bad reputation and are fighting dogs they are accused of an incident. Pit bulls are discriminated against way to much even though they are great pets.…

Dangerous or Misunderstood? American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terriers, commonly known as “Pit Bulls”, are all breeds of dogs that are universally misunderstood. Pit Bulls are commonly seen as vicious, dangerous, and violent animals. Unfortunately, Pit Bulls are falling victim to dog breedism. Over the years, Pit Bulls have gained a negative reputation, but why? These following articles address how Pit Bulls are misidentified, misrepresented,…

How dangerous can a rattlesnake or moccasin bite really be for a dog? Rattlesnakes and cotton mouths, which are also known as moccasins, are very common in the Southern region of the United States. Both are highly venomous snakes, and can cause humans and animals many health issues, and have the ability to kill them. It can be a challenge to recognize these snakes from other snakes found in this region, and they love to bask in the sun when it’s warm outside. Unfortunately for pet owners…

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. But if they are raised right then they won’t bite or attack…

Pitbulls are misunderstood and labeled as aggressive dogs when they are not. Some pitbulls bite people, but that doesn’t mean it’s the breed. It is wrong, but the\ dogs don’t know what is good or bad if they were trained poorly and or were trained to fight. They are listed as protective dogs. That is not the same as being aggressive. Aggression is different than protecting. Aggression is “hostile or violent behavior or attitudes toward another, readiness to attack or comfort” (Dictionary).…

Introduction All around the world, dogs have been living with humans since they became domesticated, and maybe even before then. Canines are now mostly human companions, a few being working dogs, but more likely they are just part of the family. As a result of breeding and selection of desirable qualities, we have created the over 350 canine breeds we see today (Pratt, 2004). In the past 50 years certain dog breeds have come under scrutiny for bad behavior, such as biting, and vicious attacks.…