As many as 75% of mixed breed dogs in animal shelters, including Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes are misidentified as the wrong breed. They are not inherently aggressive dogs. In fact, in temperance tests, Pit Bulls were the second most tolerant breed behind Golden Retrievers.
Are Pitbull mixes good family dogs?
Despite the unfair bad rap that many Pit Bulls get, they're incredibly loyal and loving dogs that are great with families. With so many outstanding traits, it's no wonder that pet owners are breeding them with various breeds to retain all the perfect traits of the Pit Bull.
How can you tell if a pitbull is aggressive?
The signs of a dominant and aggressive dog include staring; excessive low-range barking; snarling; growling and snapping; standing tall; holding ears erect; and/or carrying tail high and moving it stiffly from side to side.
Do pit bulls turn on their owners?
But when aroused or agitated, they may be less responsive to pain. They're unpredictable. The popular notion is that pit bulls can be fine their entire lives and suddenly snap and turn on their owner. Reid says that's no more likely to happen with pit bulls than it is with any other breed.
At what age do pitbulls become aggressive?
Pit bulls will commonly start developing signs of dog aggression between the ages of 8 months and 2 years, although it can develop at any age and can come on either gradually or quite suddenly. It is important to note that many pit bulls do not display the "typical" signs of dog aggression before a fight.
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