Articles about American Pit Bull Terrier
...to start reading this article from the beginning please click on here...Do not get a Pit Bull if you are not prepared to deal with and manage dog-aggression and high prey drive. Pit Bulls tend to be prone to dog-aggression and are in general a breed with a high prey drive (they like to chase/catch small and sometimes not-so-small animals). Early training and socialization helps to curb and control these tendencies, but there is no "cure" for a dog that is dog-aggressive or possesses prey drive - it's all about management. If you are the type who expects your dogs to run in a free-for-all pack, likes to visit the off-leash dog park, or are squeamish about separating animals when you cannot be there to supervise closely, the Pit Bull is not for you. Pit Bulls are prone to developing dog-aggression and are a high prey drive breed. If you have other pets at home, supervision between them and the Pit Bull is a MUST. Never leave a Pit Bull unattended with other animals. Pit Bulls are escape artists! They will casually remove themselves from enclosures that would safely harbor just about any other breed. It is advisable to have two-fold protection: a topped kennel run in a yard surrounded by a privacy fence, for instance. In some areas, Pit Bull ownership is subject to special rules and regulations, such as walking on a leash under a certain length, muzzling, insurance, and special housing/kenneling requirements. Other areas ban Pit Bulls altogether. Many insurance companies will deny home owner's coverage if there is a Pit Bull on the property. Check the laws in your area before bringing a dog home, make sure your insurance company won't drop you, and learn more about breed specific legislation by clicking here....to continue reading this article please click on here...