I love pit bulls. They are cute, sweet, loving, loyal, very smart and the underdog. I know many, many people out there don't like pit bulls, or THINK they don't like pit bulls because they actually don't have any idea what a pit bull is / isn't.
From a pit bull owner's/lover's perspective, let me explain this first. When you say you don't like pit bulls, or refer to them as "those mean dogs" or assume a dog attack involves a pit bull, you rip our hearts into a million pieces. We don't just think of the dogs we love at home, we think of the millions (yes, millions) of pit bulls put down every year. Many because of this type of breed discrimination. You know how you feel when someone says something mean about your child? (no one would ever DARE do that, right??) That is how we feel about our dogs. Except it isn't just our dog, it is ALL dogs who look like the dogs who own our hearts.
Pit bulls are good dogs! They are. If you aren't sure, ask a pit bull owner! We are so proud of our goofy bundles of love that we would LOVE to help you get to know the breed(s). Being unsure is ok, but don't let the unknown turn into fear. Pit bulls want your love too – and your spouse's, neighbors, children's love as well). Please - pause, think about your feelings and then open your heart and mind.
From a pit bull owner's/lover's perspective, let me explain this first. When you say you don't like pit bulls, or refer to them as "those mean dogs" or assume a dog attack involves a pit bull, you rip our hearts into a million pieces. We don't just think of the dogs we love at home, we think of the millions (yes, millions) of pit bulls put down every year. Many because of this type of breed discrimination. You know how you feel when someone says something mean about your child? (no one would ever DARE do that, right??) That is how we feel about our dogs. Except it isn't just our dog, it is ALL dogs who look like the dogs who own our hearts.
Pit bulls are good dogs! They are. If you aren't sure, ask a pit bull owner! We are so proud of our goofy bundles of love that we would LOVE to help you get to know the breed(s). Being unsure is ok, but don't let the unknown turn into fear. Pit bulls want your love too – and your spouse's, neighbors, children's love as well). Please - pause, think about your feelings and then open your heart and mind.
Pit bulls were once the #1 family dog in America! Don't believe me - take a look at the American Kennel Club about the American Staffordshire Terrier (or one of many "pit bull" breeds). http://www.akc.org/breeds/american_staffordshire_terrier/.
Or visit StubbyDog - http://stubbydog.org/2011/01/pit-bull-facts/ it is hard to know how this beloved American dog could fall from favor so quickly and for reasons out of their control.
Did you know Sergeant Stubby (a pit bull) was the most decorated dog of WWI and the only dog promoted to Sergeant? http://www.cesarsway.com/news/Remembering-Sergeant-Stubby
These are loyal dogs. They want to be with, and take care of their family. Once referred to as the "Nanny Dog," these dogs aren't bad for children! They play with kids, don't get upset when kids might tug a little hard on their ear or tail and are the absolute best snugglers EVER!
Lastly, I want to profile a Pit Bull owner for you:
Retired, high income, married couples
Young families with small children
Same sex couples
Single, big city gals
Outdoorsy types (Pit bulls LOVE outdoor adventures)
Newlyweds
Single guys (Man's best friend!)
Still uneasy? Ask me! I'm a pit bull owner and can't wait for you to get to know an amazing breed.
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