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Pit Bull Terrier

Pit Bull Terrier


Pit Bull Terrier is generally famous as the “bully” dog and has England as its place of origin in the early 19th century. This is a breed which is generally famous for its power, passion and undying willingness.

About Pit Bull Terrier

This specific breed is widely acclaimed for its intelligence and excessive loyalty which makes it quite helpful, loving and also a protective companion. Pit Bull Terrier is considered as an ideal companion dog which has a marvelous working methodology. Pit Bull Terrier is generally preferred by police, armed forces, and therapy animals and livestock workers.

Physical Appearance

They have a thick and shiny coat which is short in length. Their average height varies anywhere between 18 to 22 inches. It is possible to find a Pit Bull Terrier in several possible colors and patterns on coat. They live up to an average age of ten to twelve years. In short, they are a medium sized breed having a solid build and a sleek and short coat. Pit Bull Terrier has appropriate muscling all over its body. Pit Bull Terrier could have cropped or uncropped ears.

Pit Bull Terrier as a Pet

An individual, who wishes to take up a Pit Bull Terrier as a pet, needs to be extremely responsible by nature. He should be willing to take their responsibility and socially groom them in order to avoid any obnoxious situations. An owner of Pit Bull Terrier would be expected never to let out the dog unleashed, as it could result in serious consequences, considering the violent nature of Pit Bull Terrier. They are not very friendly with other same sex pets. In fact, any individual who is looking to take up Pit Bull Terrier as a pet should only treat them as a companion dog and not as a guard dog.

Character Traits

Pit Bull Terrier is quite eager to please its owner. These dogs can adjust well both in indoor as well as outdoor environment. They only need a minimum amount of exercise or outdoor activity everyday in order to satiate their desire to move out.

Specific Traits of Pit Bull Terrier

They are extremely friendly with little children. In fact, it is their high pain tolerance capacity which helps them to put up with rough child play. However, they should not be left alone with children with whom they are not familiar. All that an individual needs to invest is little time in trying to socially groom Pit Bull Terrier, in case they want to take up this specific breed as their pets.

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