Misconceptions of Pit Bulls Tori Renfro Few dogs are as renowned and as feared in America as the Pit Bull. The American Pit Bull Terrier is the product of interbreeding between Old English Terrier and English Bulldogs to produce a dog that combined the gameness of the terrier with the strength and athleticism of the bulldog. These dogs were initially bred in England‚ and arrived in the United States with the founders. In the U.S.‚ these dogs were used as catch dogs for semi-wild cattle and hogs
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it is easy to blame the dog. Pit bull attacks are the leading dog attacks in the United States. Although pit bulls can be very loving and friendly dogs‚ most people often perceive them to be vicious killers. This judgement is unfair because people do not understand why they bite. The general public needs to be better educated about pit bulls‚ such as why they have a bad reputation‚ what we can do to fix their reputation‚ and why they are great dogs to have as family pets. When it comes down to how
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if a pet you had since you were a child could no longer be by your side because the county you live in does not allow them anymore? This scenario is very possible due to the Breed Specific Legislation law (BSL). This law regulates which animals are not allowed in a certain area. BSL began in the 1980’s when the number of dog bites went up significantly in the U.S. As people noticed this trend‚ states began becoming stricter with their breed regulatory laws. The laws were really aimed at pit bull
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Pit bulls are a Misunderstood Breed Pit bulls are the most misunderstood dog breeds in the world. When people hear the word pit bull they automatically think of dogs fighting and attacking. When people say "pit bull" they’re usually referring to a range of breeds and‚ often‚ a mixed-breed dog. (Lawrence‚ C Louisville Magazine Feb 2007) People think they are a very dangerous breed of dog. Because of this
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Responsible Pit Bull Ownership DeeAnna Rodriguez Kaplan University CM 220 American motivational speaker Wayne Dyer once said‚ “Judgments prevent us from seeing the good that lies beyond appearances.” (Dyer‚ 2012). This quote holds true in relation to the public’s perception of “pit bull” type dogs. Pit bulls are often judged by their muscular bodies‚ large head‚ and strong jaws. Pit bulls are consistently portrayed in the media as aggressive as well. Because of this‚ pit bulls face a variety
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Are Pit-Bulls an overly vicious breed or are they just misunderstood by today’s American society? Jessica Williams Strayer University ENG215046VA016 June 04‚ 2011 When you see a Pit bull‚ what is the first thing that goes through your mind? For some‚ it is a sense of fear and for others it is the thought that this breed is misunderstood. Have you ever stopped and thought about if the Pit bull breed is really a vicious breed‚ or are they just misinterpreted due to the reputation that others
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Kaitlin Eagle English 1001 Waddell 2/23/17 Breed Bans: Anything with a mouth can bite Four paws‚ wagging tail‚ and cold wet nose‚ the image that comes to mind probably isn’t a Rottweiler‚ Doberman‚ or Pit Bull even though the description covers all dogs. Assuming you are like most people you associate those specific breeds with junkyards‚ heavy chain leashes‚ and flash of sharp white gnashing teeth. Have you ever been bitten by one of these breeds or had a negative encounter? Probably not‚ but just
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An Anonymous author stated‚ “Pit bulls are beauty without vanity‚ strength without insolence‚ courage without ferocity‚ and all the virtues of man without the vices.” (Anonymous) As a Pit bull proprietor‚ I feel that Pit bulls are consistently confounded animals. In fact‚ any animal‚ pit bull or even a Chihuahua can be merciless or delicate. Additionally‚ adore and minding wins out with animals basically as it guarantees with individuals. Furthermore‚ affection is the item that makes a good or repulsive
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Pit Bull Prohibition Tell me‚ what is the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions a Pit Bull? I can’t speak for everyone‚ but most of you didn’t think of some cute‚ cuddly‚ playful puppy. Most of you envisioned a savage‚ snarling‚ devil dog‚ chained to post in an abandoned yard totally focused on tearing you to shreds. Such stereotypes are created and amplified by scandalous media reports which contribute greatly to societies’ growing fear of these dogs. Fear implores a responsibility
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the Pit Bull Terrier General Purpose: To argue Specific Purpose: To argue that there should not be bans on Pit Bull Terriers Thesis Statement: Bans on Pit Bull Terriers should not exist because; (1) Pit Bull breed are not any different from other dog species; (2) most evidence condemning the Pit Bull is inaccurate or a skewed regurgitation from the media; and (3) a ban would‚ and has‚ caused more work and regulations than necessary. Introduction I. [Attention Getter] As of now any pets you have
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