Mary Allen
One of the Pit Bull facts that may surprise you is that these dogs are quite mixed in the breed. Unless you have your dog’s full pedigree, you can’t be sure. This is why most people will tell you that you will never get a pit bull from a shelter or rescue, and you will never get a pit bull unless you are sure, unless you are sure, of its parentage and origins. This advice is not without merit, as some terrier and pit bull breeds have almost nothing in common with the dogs associated with the pit fighting hounds, while others come directly from them. In addition, many pit bulls and aparts come from the homes of severely abused parents or have been severely abused. The sad reality is that even today many owners get a pit bull specifically to train them to fight them. It’s always a good idea to know what your Pit Bull’s origins are. On the Flipside, most high-level shelters do extensive behavioral evaluations on their dogs before they are put up for adoption, so if you get a pit bull from a shelter like this, you can rest assured that you’ve received a good, well-behaved dog. If you are concerned it is always a good idea to consult with a professional dog trainer/breeder when applying.
#1 It’s a myth that you should never get an adult pit bull and only adopt pit bull puppies instead. The fact of the matter is that whether your pit bull is dominant or submissive is determined almost entirely by their history.
Whether you get your dog young or old, this is one trait that will still be around. Additionally, with an adult dog, you can see (or ask) if the dog is dominant or submissive, while with a puppy you'll need a full family history to get an idea. This isn't to say that you shouldn't avoid Pitbull puppies. They're adorable, and they offer an almost blank slate for your workout. Just don't avoid adopting an adult pit bull based entirely on this myth.
#2 This is one of the scariest Pit Bull facts on this list. In their “pit days” these dogs were not trained to fight other dogs exclusively. In fact, people managed to come up with many different and bloody animal sports. For example:
In the early days of pit fighting, even before they were brought to America, pit bulls were trained to be bear bait. This was a bloody sport in which bears were publicly tortured by both humans and dogs for the entertainment of spectators. Another such bloody sport became popular after bear baiting was banned in England - Rating. During rationing, a pit was filled with rats, and several dogs competed to see who could kill more rats in the shortest amount of time.
