Top 4 Myths About Owning a Pitbull

THE TOP 4 MYTHS ABOUT OWNING A PITBULL Unfortunately, pitbulls have gained a less-than-desirable reputation over the years as aggressive, mean, and violent dogs. However, this could not be further from the truth. Your pitbull's personality relies heavily on its upbringing and environment, which is why it's so important to properly care for and train your dog as a pup. THE MYTHS ΜΥΤΗ #1 MYTH #2 ΜΥΤΗ #3 ΜΥΤΗ #4 The term "bully You should not All pitbulls and other so-called "bully breeds" are aggressive. Pitbulls will attack without warning. breed" indicates adopt a pitbull| these dogs are from a shelter. inherently mean. ΜΥΤΗ # Many people are under a false impression that pitbulls are aggressive toward people. While it's true that pitbulls were originally developed for fighting with other dogs, they were not trained to be aggressive towards humans. ΜΥΤΗ #2 Other "bully dogs" include bulldogs, mastiffs, Staffordshire terriers, boxers, and more. Contrary to popular belief, the term "bully" does not refer to their behavior; it refers to the fact they are descendants of the original baiting dogs that were bred to grip and hold bulls, bears, and other large animals. ΜΥΤΗ #3 No dog is likely to transform from your best canine friend to a ferocious beast without warning. Warning signs are always present when the dog is aroused, upset, or afraid. Oftentimes, people don't pay attention to the early warning signs. This goes for every type of dog breed, rather than just pitbulls. ΜΥΤΗ #4 While it's helpful and perhaps necessary to know the health and behavior history of a dog, adopting a dog from a shelter could be a wonderful experience. Many shelters put a lot of time and effort into assessing and training to the dog in order to be adopted out to the right home. RIN N KIN www.lronKingKennels.com