Interestingly, in 5 other zip codes throughout Kansas City, Mo., we spayed and neutered over 1,400 pit
bull type dogs during the grant period.
During this time, she saw firsthand the struggles pit
bull type dogs were facing in her community as well as a need for more adoption awareness and responsible
dog ownership education.
The «Temperament Correct» pit
bull: seeks out human interaction; is responsive, biddable and eager to please; may be genetically predisposed to aggression towards other
dogs or animals; is appropriately submissive; is well balanced and optimistic; enjoys handling; presents good eye contact; is able to be calm in the presence of other
dogs on leash or — if initially leash reactive - can learn how to tolerate their presence; is willing to connect with handler
during high arousal; can be handled safely even in times of high arousal; accepts a reasonable amount of confinement; drops arousal levels quickly when removed from a stressful situation; is social with people of all
types; is responsive and good natured; is never aggressive towards humans.
And finally,
during this time of breed prejudice, even the smallest display of bravado involving pit
bull type dogs will set off alarm bells in onlookers and ding the reputation of the breed yet again.