Breed Standards.
The characteristics of a Pit Bull is that they are a medium sized breed, the males are generally 45-85lbs and females are between 30-80lbs. This breed of dog is a solid breed. They are built strong, with a deep chest and powerful legs. They have short coats that require very little grooming. They have a very affectionate disposition and are noted for their attachment to their owners. They have confident and intelligent temperaments. Pit Bulls are a very devoted and sociable breed, and are at their happiest when with their human companions.
The AKC Standards for a Pit Bull are:
1) Ears are set high, cropped or uncropped (preferred); uncropped ears short and held half rose or prick.
2) Head broad, pronounced cheek muscles, distinct stop.
3) Back fairly short, sloping slightly to rear.
4) Tail short but not docked.
5) Forelegs set wide, straight
The AKC Standards for a Pit Bull are:
1) Ears are set high, cropped or uncropped (preferred); uncropped ears short and held half rose or prick.
2) Head broad, pronounced cheek muscles, distinct stop.
3) Back fairly short, sloping slightly to rear.
4) Tail short but not docked.
5) Forelegs set wide, straight
The American Staffordshire Terrier is an athletic breed and they tend to be very
energetic. Therefore they require a lot of exercise so they do not become destructive.
This breed is NOT for couch potatoes (although some of them can be) One interesting
fact about this breed athleticism is that they are able to execute a standing 4 foot
vertical jump because of their high muscle density.
The important breed characteristics is that they are strong, confident and have a
remarkable enthusiasm for life. They are eager to please and make great family
pets because of their love for children. But they can overwhelm young children
and older people. That is why it is important to teach your dog at an early age to
sit calmly to greet people. More often than not, if you try to convenience an adult
Pit Bull that they are not a lap dog, it will go in one ear, and out the other.
energetic. Therefore they require a lot of exercise so they do not become destructive.
This breed is NOT for couch potatoes (although some of them can be) One interesting
fact about this breed athleticism is that they are able to execute a standing 4 foot
vertical jump because of their high muscle density.
The important breed characteristics is that they are strong, confident and have a
remarkable enthusiasm for life. They are eager to please and make great family
pets because of their love for children. But they can overwhelm young children
and older people. That is why it is important to teach your dog at an early age to
sit calmly to greet people. More often than not, if you try to convenience an adult
Pit Bull that they are not a lap dog, it will go in one ear, and out the other.
Pit Bulls can come in many colors, including black, white, tan, brown, or
reddish brown. They can be patchy or brindle. Every dog is different, depending
on the gender and if they are a mixed Pit Bull. Some dogs will have a more
blocky head and larger muscles, some are more tall and slim, others can weight
up to 100lbs. But they all believe they are lap dogs.
Pit Bulls are an adaptable breed. They can even do well with urban living as long as they get enough exercise. Another notable trait in this breed is its determination to do things, whether its escaping their yard, or destroying your furniture after you leave the house.
American Staffordshire Terriers were first bred to have a high tolerance for pain,
that was why they were so popular in dog fighting. But what people don't realize
is that the dog feels the pain, but they ignore it in order to complete the task
given to them.
P.S. A Pit Bull is not actually a breed. When people hear 'Pit Bull' usually they are talking about the American Bull Dog, American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier and the Mini Bull Terrier.
reddish brown. They can be patchy or brindle. Every dog is different, depending
on the gender and if they are a mixed Pit Bull. Some dogs will have a more
blocky head and larger muscles, some are more tall and slim, others can weight
up to 100lbs. But they all believe they are lap dogs.
Pit Bulls are an adaptable breed. They can even do well with urban living as long as they get enough exercise. Another notable trait in this breed is its determination to do things, whether its escaping their yard, or destroying your furniture after you leave the house.
American Staffordshire Terriers were first bred to have a high tolerance for pain,
that was why they were so popular in dog fighting. But what people don't realize
is that the dog feels the pain, but they ignore it in order to complete the task
given to them.
P.S. A Pit Bull is not actually a breed. When people hear 'Pit Bull' usually they are talking about the American Bull Dog, American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier and the Mini Bull Terrier.