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The Pit Bull
First off, sorry if this is in the wrong area. It's not really a rant, more of a discussion. XD But, feel free to move if necessary. Thanks. 
<br><br><br><br>Now, just a short introduction so you don't get lost.. In my area, on a certain site, there's a very common debate over Pit bulls. People like to be against them, often flagging advertisements for Pits. They don't want them to find homes. They even flag shelter ads for saving Pit lives.<br><br><br>Today, watching these adults bicker back and forth about their opinions, I just felt I had to post a response to their fight. I figured I'd share it here as well.<br><br>
<br><br>Some of the things I'm responding to.. Edited slightly to make them appropriate. I didn't change any grammar or spelling.<br><br>"im so glad you feel you are confident in the training you supplied your pits with...and im sure they are great with your kids but im not leaving my kids alone with anyones pit because i know the HISTORY and GENETICS that go with that responsibility....<br><br>there are REASONS why this is such a debate, why they are insurance liabilities, why states or cities have banned them...ACTIONS speak louder then words..so do lawsuits and insurance claims. " <br><br><br>"Where did the dog get its trainning the ghetto.<br>Like I said don't you care about her being safe? "<br><br><br>"glad u like you chi..im not in them but then again no they cant hurt people because even a 5 yr old can hold them up and away from them...but they cant hold a 75lbs pit from their face..ask the little girl in dinwiddie a few months back, ask any of the children who are disfigured by uncontrolled pits..and visit the graves of the ones that didnt make it... "<br><br><br>
<br><br><br><br>Pit bulls, by the way, is a general definition for any dog that idiots think looks like an American Pit Bull Terrier, or Am. Staff. These include, Cane Corsos, Rottweilers, Labrador Retrievers, and many other breeds that aren't even real "Pits". The only reason Pit attack stories are the only ones displayed are because they make tasty headlines. Nobody wants to hear "Labrador Retriever mauls child." That just doesn't sit well with people, instead they want reasons to blame every breed that they don't agree with.<br><br>Did you know that American Pit Bull Terriers served in our military? So did German Shepherds, Dobermans, and other "dangerous" breeds. Did you know how many lives those dogs SAVED? The American Pit Bull Terrier was never bred to attack humans. Never. His origin was to attack bulls and eventually other canines. Back yard breeding, irresponsible raising, and improper canine ownership has led to the creation of unstable animals. FYI, any dog, improperly bred, trained, or raised would be the same aggressive animal.<br><br>The American Pit Bull Terrier used to be the most popular family animal in the United States. They are loyal, protective, and willing to please. If raised properly, they are amazing with children, other animals, and livestock. That doesn't mean though, that buying a BYB's dog is going to bring you a stable animal. It also doesn't mean that, just because you've seen one attack, been attacked, or heard of an attack, that it was the animal's fault. It doesn't mean that the dog was born "mean".<br><br>Someone made the comment that Pits are only in shelters because they make bad pets. Do you realize how irresponsible and uneducated that response was? Clearly you have no idea the concept of supply and demand, or the fact that there are idiots out there owning animals, or the fact that most places will not accept bully breeds. Pit Bulls are not a very wanted breed, but BYB's think they can make a quick $150-300+ off of each pup. While many pups are sold, people soon realize that these terriers need exercise. Then they realize that they don't want to take care of the animal anymore, or maybe their apartment complex found out and ordered them to leave or get rid of the canine. In California, for example, there are DOZENS of Chihuahuas in shelters. Hmm. Using your logic, I guess then that means the Chihuahua breed makes bad pets? Also, using that same logic, I guess those black dogs, older animals, Labrador Retrievers, and hounds all make terrible pets?<br><br>The American public is severely judgmental, very skeptical, and very easy to fool. If the media says it, if your friend says it, if the internet says it, it must be true. Why waste your precious time researching when you can just be ignorant and follow myths and biased media? -- Edited this second part out for certain content that might not be approved by TOS --<br><br>The same logic applies to animals. Someone says Pit bull and everyone is expected to shout "Kill them all!" Someone gets bit by a dog and, even if it might be a Labrador Retriever, or another breed, they cry "Pit Bull". I'm sorry that Jack Russell Terrier looked like a Pit Bull puppy, and you decided, with your misinformed brain, to blame the wrong animal. And no, I'm not saying that all "Pit bull" attacks are fake. Yes, several Pits have attacked humans. Guess what? Unstable animals, raised by disgusting individuals, and trained to be aggressive. Or, in some cases, the animal is trying to protect himself or a litter. No animal just decides one day to attack you or your kid. "Oh, well.. They've been good to me and all, but I'm just going to take a nice chunk out of their leg." It just doesn't happen.<br><br>With ANY dog, learn to read body language CORRECTLY. Wagging tails doesn't mean it's friendly. Just like barking doesn't mean it's aggressive. No child should be left alone with ANY dog, of ANY breed, of ANY size. Children can hurt them, just like a dog can hurt the kid. Intentional or not, it's your job to supervise your child. Blaming the dog because you're a terrible parent doesn't make sense.<br><br>American Pit Bull Terriers, raised with knowledgeable owners, are truly incredible animals. They are extremely loyal, willing to please, and are always goofing off. They're muscular, they can run for hours, and they'll do whatever job you ask them to do. In the right hands, that job is usually protecting the family, playing, weight pulling, agility, etc. In the wrong hands, that job is aggressive protection, dog fighting, and attacking animals in general. This breed is very versatile, and can work in whatever job you need it to do. That is why people exploit them, and that is why the average American is afraid.<br><br>If you wish to live by such bad, misinformed logic, be my guest. I certainly won't come after you for believing what you believe. However, instead of disrespecting the truth, or the fancier's beliefs, how about you just remain quiet? Go, spread media biased trash to your friends. I hope one of them has the guts to tell you that you're full of it.<br><br>BSL is going to come after the Pits. When they're done with them, I hope to heck that they're coming for your dog. If you won't stand up for us, why should we do any different? Oh yeah, that's right, because any BSL is terrible BSL. Dogs die because American people are too stupid to form their own opinions, do their own research, and finally just swallow the truth.<br><br>So when BSL affects your precious puppy, remember this. You allowed a Pit, GSD, Husky, or any other dog to die. Maybe you'll think about that when your precious thing is ripped out of your family's hands, and euthanized like a piece of garbage. You'll cry, you'll say everyone is evil, BSL is wrong, and so forth. The fanciers of this breed will just have to say, "We told you so." We'll fight for our rights to own the dogs we love and maybe not so much love, and you better be willing to fight for the dogs that you love - and the ones you "hate". Yes, we'll fight for your right to own your dog, your breed, but we'll know that you aren't grateful.<br><br>We cry for the dogs we love, the ones who died because of myths and fear. We cry for every shelter Pit bull, because we know how they'll end. We cherish every moment we have with our Pits, Dobermans, and Shepherds because we know that we may lose the fight. We fight to protect them from the ill wills of biased government. As the Pit Bull and "dangerous breed" owners, we owe it to our dogs to fight until we die. After all, wouldn't they do the same? <br><br><br><br>
<br><br><br>Just had to post that. ^^ I know there are Pittie lovers on here. <br><br><br><br>- Anastasia
<br><br><br><br>Now, just a short introduction so you don't get lost.. In my area, on a certain site, there's a very common debate over Pit bulls. People like to be against them, often flagging advertisements for Pits. They don't want them to find homes. They even flag shelter ads for saving Pit lives.<br><br><br>Today, watching these adults bicker back and forth about their opinions, I just felt I had to post a response to their fight. I figured I'd share it here as well.<br><br>
<br><br>Some of the things I'm responding to.. Edited slightly to make them appropriate. I didn't change any grammar or spelling.<br><br>"im so glad you feel you are confident in the training you supplied your pits with...and im sure they are great with your kids but im not leaving my kids alone with anyones pit because i know the HISTORY and GENETICS that go with that responsibility....<br><br>there are REASONS why this is such a debate, why they are insurance liabilities, why states or cities have banned them...ACTIONS speak louder then words..so do lawsuits and insurance claims. " <br><br><br>"Where did the dog get its trainning the ghetto.<br>Like I said don't you care about her being safe? "<br><br><br>"glad u like you chi..im not in them but then again no they cant hurt people because even a 5 yr old can hold them up and away from them...but they cant hold a 75lbs pit from their face..ask the little girl in dinwiddie a few months back, ask any of the children who are disfigured by uncontrolled pits..and visit the graves of the ones that didnt make it... "<br><br><br>
<br><br><br><br>Pit bulls, by the way, is a general definition for any dog that idiots think looks like an American Pit Bull Terrier, or Am. Staff. These include, Cane Corsos, Rottweilers, Labrador Retrievers, and many other breeds that aren't even real "Pits". The only reason Pit attack stories are the only ones displayed are because they make tasty headlines. Nobody wants to hear "Labrador Retriever mauls child." That just doesn't sit well with people, instead they want reasons to blame every breed that they don't agree with.<br><br>Did you know that American Pit Bull Terriers served in our military? So did German Shepherds, Dobermans, and other "dangerous" breeds. Did you know how many lives those dogs SAVED? The American Pit Bull Terrier was never bred to attack humans. Never. His origin was to attack bulls and eventually other canines. Back yard breeding, irresponsible raising, and improper canine ownership has led to the creation of unstable animals. FYI, any dog, improperly bred, trained, or raised would be the same aggressive animal.<br><br>The American Pit Bull Terrier used to be the most popular family animal in the United States. They are loyal, protective, and willing to please. If raised properly, they are amazing with children, other animals, and livestock. That doesn't mean though, that buying a BYB's dog is going to bring you a stable animal. It also doesn't mean that, just because you've seen one attack, been attacked, or heard of an attack, that it was the animal's fault. It doesn't mean that the dog was born "mean".<br><br>Someone made the comment that Pits are only in shelters because they make bad pets. Do you realize how irresponsible and uneducated that response was? Clearly you have no idea the concept of supply and demand, or the fact that there are idiots out there owning animals, or the fact that most places will not accept bully breeds. Pit Bulls are not a very wanted breed, but BYB's think they can make a quick $150-300+ off of each pup. While many pups are sold, people soon realize that these terriers need exercise. Then they realize that they don't want to take care of the animal anymore, or maybe their apartment complex found out and ordered them to leave or get rid of the canine. In California, for example, there are DOZENS of Chihuahuas in shelters. Hmm. Using your logic, I guess then that means the Chihuahua breed makes bad pets? Also, using that same logic, I guess those black dogs, older animals, Labrador Retrievers, and hounds all make terrible pets?<br><br>The American public is severely judgmental, very skeptical, and very easy to fool. If the media says it, if your friend says it, if the internet says it, it must be true. Why waste your precious time researching when you can just be ignorant and follow myths and biased media? -- Edited this second part out for certain content that might not be approved by TOS --<br><br>The same logic applies to animals. Someone says Pit bull and everyone is expected to shout "Kill them all!" Someone gets bit by a dog and, even if it might be a Labrador Retriever, or another breed, they cry "Pit Bull". I'm sorry that Jack Russell Terrier looked like a Pit Bull puppy, and you decided, with your misinformed brain, to blame the wrong animal. And no, I'm not saying that all "Pit bull" attacks are fake. Yes, several Pits have attacked humans. Guess what? Unstable animals, raised by disgusting individuals, and trained to be aggressive. Or, in some cases, the animal is trying to protect himself or a litter. No animal just decides one day to attack you or your kid. "Oh, well.. They've been good to me and all, but I'm just going to take a nice chunk out of their leg." It just doesn't happen.<br><br>With ANY dog, learn to read body language CORRECTLY. Wagging tails doesn't mean it's friendly. Just like barking doesn't mean it's aggressive. No child should be left alone with ANY dog, of ANY breed, of ANY size. Children can hurt them, just like a dog can hurt the kid. Intentional or not, it's your job to supervise your child. Blaming the dog because you're a terrible parent doesn't make sense.<br><br>American Pit Bull Terriers, raised with knowledgeable owners, are truly incredible animals. They are extremely loyal, willing to please, and are always goofing off. They're muscular, they can run for hours, and they'll do whatever job you ask them to do. In the right hands, that job is usually protecting the family, playing, weight pulling, agility, etc. In the wrong hands, that job is aggressive protection, dog fighting, and attacking animals in general. This breed is very versatile, and can work in whatever job you need it to do. That is why people exploit them, and that is why the average American is afraid.<br><br>If you wish to live by such bad, misinformed logic, be my guest. I certainly won't come after you for believing what you believe. However, instead of disrespecting the truth, or the fancier's beliefs, how about you just remain quiet? Go, spread media biased trash to your friends. I hope one of them has the guts to tell you that you're full of it.<br><br>BSL is going to come after the Pits. When they're done with them, I hope to heck that they're coming for your dog. If you won't stand up for us, why should we do any different? Oh yeah, that's right, because any BSL is terrible BSL. Dogs die because American people are too stupid to form their own opinions, do their own research, and finally just swallow the truth.<br><br>So when BSL affects your precious puppy, remember this. You allowed a Pit, GSD, Husky, or any other dog to die. Maybe you'll think about that when your precious thing is ripped out of your family's hands, and euthanized like a piece of garbage. You'll cry, you'll say everyone is evil, BSL is wrong, and so forth. The fanciers of this breed will just have to say, "We told you so." We'll fight for our rights to own the dogs we love and maybe not so much love, and you better be willing to fight for the dogs that you love - and the ones you "hate". Yes, we'll fight for your right to own your dog, your breed, but we'll know that you aren't grateful.<br><br>We cry for the dogs we love, the ones who died because of myths and fear. We cry for every shelter Pit bull, because we know how they'll end. We cherish every moment we have with our Pits, Dobermans, and Shepherds because we know that we may lose the fight. We fight to protect them from the ill wills of biased government. As the Pit Bull and "dangerous breed" owners, we owe it to our dogs to fight until we die. After all, wouldn't they do the same? <br><br><br><br>
<br><br><br>Just had to post that. ^^ I know there are Pittie lovers on here. <br><br><br><br>- Anastasia
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