American Pit Bull Terrier
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a dog breed. It is a medium-sized, solidly-built, short-haired dog. Its early ancestors came from the British Isles. Originally they were bred for fighting.[1] As early as the 13th century in Great Britain, blood sports were popular.[1] These included bull-baiting and bear-baiting where dogs would fight against these larger animals to entertain the crowds.[1] In the 1800s, when baiting became illegal, the dogs fought each other.[1] Pit bulls are not always aggressive despite their bad reputation.[2] Some owners describe them as clowns and goofballs.[2] Depending on how they are raised and treated, they can make very good family pets.[2]
American Pit Bull Terrier Media
A bull and terrier type. Paris, 1863.
"Watchful-Waiting". World War I poster featuring a pit bull as a representation of the US.
Colby's Pincher, a great-grandson of the famous Lloyd's Pilot. Weight 56 pounds. US, 1896.
A regular male red nose Pitbull (APBT), not OFRN dog, with cropped ears
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Rebecca OConnell. "10 Friendly Facts About American Pit Bull Terriers". Mental Floss, Inc. Retrieved January 11, 2017.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "American Pit Bull Terrier". Vetstreet. Retrieved January 11, 2017.