Non-Sporting dogs are made up of a diverse group of breeds with varying sizes, coats, personalities and overall appearance. (akc.org)
Originally a small group of breed enthusiasts, It's A Pittie Rescue has expanded into a network of hundreds of volunteers and foster homes spanning the tri-state Chicagoland area. (highhopesforpets.com)
This led to a decline in the breed until groups of breed loyalists worked together to restore it. (dogs.animal-world.com)