Fighting Dog Breed

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Summary The Pit Bulls of today owe their heritage to the English Bulldogs of yesteryear. Over a hundred years ago, these dogs were bred not only to attack on command, but to hang onto their prey for great lengths of time. It was popular to select the strongest dogs and breed them together exclusively, resulting in a hybrid bulldog that would attack and refuse to release its victim. This tendency was genetically ‘imprinted’ upon successive litters, growing stronger with each generation, until it became a prevailing trait. As breeding progressed, the jaw became wider and the ability to do massive damage increased accordingly.

Details Before dog fights were banned, the Pit Bull morphed into a breed that attacked almost instinctively and without telltale warning signs. Dogs of other breeds will commonly show stress signs, (circling, growling and vicious barking, flattened ears and raised fur at the scruff of the neck). It is common for a Pit Bull to attack without any warning. This makes the breed popular, even today, with unscrupulous individuals who secretly fight them as bloodsport although it is against the law.

Notes Pit Bulls are often confused with their cousins, the American Bulldog, and the Staffordshire Pit Bull Terrier, although the latter are slightly smaller with a less-pronounced jaw. A Pit Bull will weigh in around 60 to 80 lbs, and have a wide jaw and a very muscular build, especially in the front quarterAbsolutely. The ASPCA suggests: "Training, starting with Puppy Kindergarten and progressing through Basic and Advanced Obedience. We highly recommend continued guidance throughout the dog’s life." This must be an organized effort of all involved to heavily socialize the puppy with many people and other animals. These dogs must also be trained in obedience classes, which should be ongoing for the entire span of their lives.