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Pitbulls are said to be dangerous, but what if they're not really that harsh. There is a big chance that pit bulls cannot be dangerous, or even be the perfect pet for you. According to http://www.latimes.com/style/pets/la-hm-pit-bulls-20150620-story.html In the 70s Pit bulls were accused of being dangerous and not a good pet. pitbulls should be kept as pets because there just like any other dog. Pitbulls can be friendly and easily trained and a good furry friend. “Pitbulls are known to…

When you hear the words "Pit Bull", what is the first thing that comes to mind? Is it how they have an awful reputation? Is it that they have lock jaw? Is it that they are inherently mean? Well only one of those three things are true. That they have a bad reputation. You never hear that they are good dogs. You never hear the good things that they do. You do not hear what great family dogs they are and that they are even being used as service dogs!.Today I own 4 "Pitbulls" and they are my…

When you think of a pit-bull, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Most people see Pit bulls as a vicious animal used only to cause harm. They think of large intimidating dogs that can attack within a moment’s notice. Pit bulls can be very protective animals. They are very loving and very passionate animals. For example; I own a full-blooded pink nosed pit bull, her name is Dumplin because she is Plain white like a raw biscuit. I also own three other pit bulls mixed with Lab and German…

A Pit Bull is defined as a muscular, 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…

Pit bulls when first bred were intended to be a family dog. Then someone who thought that they should use this breed in dogfighting, creating the stereotype we know today. There is a big argument about pit bulls and if they are dangerous to the public. Many say that they should be band everyone to own a pit bull. Then on the other side of the argument, people say they are loyal and super friendly. It is a controversial subject among certain groups of people. Pit bulls have many likable traits…

In April 2007 illegal dogfighting was brought to the frontline of the nation’s attention by the NFL star Michael Vick and three of his associates. Vick was sentenced to up to 23 months in prison for housing and training 50 pit bull dogs, staging dog fights, killing dogs, and running a high stakes gambling ring that holds up to $26,000. Dogfighting is not just about the dogs, it is also about people involved in the operation. People too, can suffer the consequences as a result of dogfighting.…

Can you imagine life without having pets or not having a companion with you to make you feel better when you 're upset or sick? Imagine if you raised a dog since birth and took care of it as if it was your own child and one day animal control just takes them away because of the type of breed they are. For years there has been a stereotype on pit bulls,stories about them attacking people,and even now there are many myths about them that are not true. For example, according to the article “ Pit…

Why Are Dogs Dangerous The importance of this topic is because of so many people killing dogs, and being afraid of all dogs, even if the dog is friendly. Why do people perceive that dogs are dangerous, and why are the dogs dangerous? Several states and businesses have come up with a plan that will lower the percentage of dogs from killing people and other animals, by making stricter dog laws and having the laws affect the owners more than the dogs. In order to understand why people are afraid…

In Greek myths and literature, dogs have often been used for expressing some kind of monster, particularly beasts associated with the underworld.1 Kerberos, the dog of Hades, figures prominently in Greek myth and literature. The dog is described as a beast, often made up other animal parts. Kerberos has been portrayed as possessing multiple heads, with the tail of a serpent, a mane of snakes, and the claws of a lion. This dog was first mentioned in Homeric poems but was first referred to by name…

We as humans, feel neglect. We feel depressed, and we react upon those feelings. We get angry, sad, impatient, and sometimes violent. Everyone experiences it, even animals. The American Pitbull Terrier experiences it the most. This canine faces constant fear from people everyday because of its past. However, most Pit Bulls in modern times are kind and loyal. They’re highly misunderstood animals. The American Pitbull Terrier is actually not a dog breed. “Pitbull” is actually a term to describe…