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Friday, March 11, 2011

American Pitbull Terrier


Country of Origin : United States

Characteristics :

1. Muscle-and fat-free body mass structure
2. Energetic and require to be taken to regular walks everyday
3. Intelligent Dog
4. Behavior can be tamed by appropriate training aggressive
5. Ears are often cropped to given the dogs a characteristic look
6. Loyal and attached to humans.

Temprament :

1. Pit Bulls are often aggressive with other dogs in one or the other (this often occurs at or near sexual maturity). Adult Pit Bulls should never be left alone with other dogs and require proper supervision.
2. Pitbulls, intense "prey drive", leading to "stalk" small animals such as cats, rats, chickens, cattle or other domestic animals.
3. Pitbulls are Escape Artists and incomparable early, often Jets look to the right of a supposedly secure yard or enclosure.
4. Pit bulls are intelligent, and most fun training if done correctly. This makes them take very good prospects for dog sports like agility, obedience, weight, and Frisbee competitions.
5. Pitbulls tend to love people. This makes them a poor choice for a "guardian breed." Most of them are easy to protect a friendly at home against aliens. A Pit Bull that human aggression (puppy play pin do not count) shows unprovoked shows a bad mood and should be put in most cases.
7. Pit bulls are generally very "soft" with her family, they are prepared to make its people means please. Should not "shown who the boss" to be, they thrive under "positive leadership".
Health Problems
A generally healthy breed, although some are prone to hip dysplasia, hereditary cataracts, allergies to congenital heart disease and weeds.

Size:

Height: 18-22 inches (46-56 cm)
Weight: 22 -110 pounds (10-50 kg)
Life Expectancy : 12 to 14 years