Sentences with phrase «bull dogs as pets»

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Our advocacy must remind people that at one time, the Pit Bull was the most popular pet in America because of their reputation as a friendly, family dog.

«Many of us felt that we needed to do more to help the American pit bull terrier regain its status as a valuable working dog and cherished family pet,» the non-profit organization's website says.

Considering the tragically high euthanasia rate for these dogs, members of pit bull advocacy groups, and other dog lovers, choose to adopt them as family pets.

«I'm a dog owner myself, so seeing pets suffer just breaks my heart,» said Anze Kopitar, center and Stanley Cup MVP as he petted Charles, a six year old adoptable black pit bull mix available for adoption from Best Friends in Mission Hills.

On top of that, many pit bulls didn't have what it took to be a good fighting dog; thus they were recycled as pets and companions.

Instead, if we want to keep these breeds as pets and avoid further bans in the country, how about we all try to show pit bulls for what they are — a non-aggressive dog breed for any owner.

If you own a Pit Bull, Pit Bull mix, or any dog that people frequently misidentify as a Pit Bull, you need to make absolutely certain that your dog is better behaved than the average pet dog.

Three pit bull dogs, two of which mauled a 9 - year - old Port St. John girl last month, should be used as guard dogs in a prison or destroyed, a Brevard animal control official decided Wednesday.Xan Rawls, director of animal control, made her decision after an emotional hearing before the Animal Control Advisory Board, during which Marilyn Lanthorne described her daughter's attack by «vicious animals» and the owner of the dogs described her pets as «lovable.

American pit bull terriers, often referred to simply as pit bulls, are one of the most talked about dog breeds due to their popularity as household pets and their rich history.

Modern - day pit bull heroes work as therapy pets in hospitals, assisted - living facilities and schools, as well as search and rescue dogs during times of disaster.

The StubbyDog website and social media platforms offer numerous stories of pit bulls as heroes, athletes, therapy and rescue dogs, and, perhaps most importantly, as everyday, ordinary, lovable, loyal family pets.

These white Bull Terriers became quite popular not only as show dogs but also as exceptional pets and companions.

Pit bulls are wonderful dogs and as great owners, we can show off our pets in a positive light!

Right now, thousands of families in our country have one or more pit - bull - like dogs as pets.

Dogs are individuals and each dog will act differently and pit bulls have as much right to be a pet in the US as any other dog.

Pets with flat faces that can't pant as effectively, like Pugs, Boxers, Bull Dogs and Persian cats, and pets that are old, obese or have health problems are the most susceptible to heat stroke.

Headshots Melrose owner Peter Michelena plans to publish the photos in a book with the hope that it demonstrates, despite common misconceptions, pit bulls are just as loving as other breeds of dog.

The project is designed to encourage responsible pet guardianship and reduce euthanasia of pit bull terriers and similar - type dogs, as well as to improve the public's perception of pit bulls.

Rather than continuing the old, negative, and apologetic conversation about pit bulls, we are generating a new, positive storyline — one that shows them holistically as heroes, healers (therapy dogs, etc.), rescue dogs, athletes and loyal and loving pets.

«Miami - Dade county has wrongfully taken alleged pit bull dogs away from their owners to kill them without seeking court order or advising the owner that killing of their pet can not be completed without court order. As a result, Miami - Dade County has committed countless acts in violation of this ordinance and has deprived countless residents of their property without due process of law.»

Set Your Dog (s) Up to Succeed Of course, the very best situation is to have a pit bull as your only pet.

In a world as over populated and dangerous for Pit Bull dogs, you are the best chance that your family pet has.

Right now, thousands of families have one or more pit bull — type dogs as pets.

The simple reason why we see pit bulls involved in more attacks now (though not nearly as many as the media would have one believe) is there are more of them being kept as «resident dogs» vs. family pets.

However, when you look past these harmful assumptions about Pit Bulls, you will find sweet, loyal dogs who are just as capable of being wonderful pets as any other breed.

The bylaw makes it illegal to adopt a pit bull or pit bull - like dog within city limits and puts extreme restrictions on those residents that already own pit bulls as pets.

Project PITS pairs together rescue pit bulls with youth offenders who obedience train and help prepare the dogs for adoption as family pets.

IMPORTANT: Understanding your individual dog's realistic limits with small animals, training him to respect your expectations, supervising all interactions and separating the pets before you step out will make the difference between success and tragedy — And that goes for Poodles as well as Pit Bulls!