Articles about American Pit Bull Terrier
...to start reading this article from the beginning please click on here...This type of breeder cares little for the breed, and is only out to make a buck. Avoid this type of breeder like the plague! Also beware the well-intentioned, but uneducated "backyard breeder", and pet shops should be avoided at all costs. So where do you find an ethical breeder? Breed magazines, dog publications, national breed clubs, and the Internet are all helpful resources. You WON'T find ethical breeders in want-ads or ads tacked up on your local supermarket's bulletin board. Also beware the breeder that casually advertises "Pit Bull Puppies For Sale" over the Internet, sites that offer "mail order" puppies, or those that advertise more than one breed of dog. Now for option B. Rescues obtain their dogs a variety of ways and from various places: shelters, owner turn-ins, abusive situations, breeder rejects, strays, etc. There are some truly amazing, wonderful dogs in rescue awaiting homes. But choosing a rescue organization is something that takes time and consideration, the same as if you were selecting a breeder to purchase from. Walk away from any rescue that tries to force a dog on you or one that hands over an animal without asking you a million and one questions. Ask the rescue what their policy on adopting out human-aggressive dogs is. Rescues that attempt to rehome dogs that have been knowingly aggressive towards humans should be scratched off your list. And all reputable rescues thoroughly evaluate their dogs prior to placement. Rescues are a valuable resource, both for the dogs they help and the people looking for that special companion....to continue reading this article please click on here...
