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The Amazing Story of Sam - Chartiers Valley, PA Patch
The Amazing Story of Sam - Chartiers Valley, PA Patch
This dog is a survivor and has a lot of heart after going through hell in a dog fighting ring.
This dog is a survivor and has a lot of heart after going through hell in a dog fighting ring.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Newark council meeting to discuss removing pit bulls from vicious dog list - National Pet Rescue | Examiner.com
Newark council meeting to discuss removing pit bulls from vicious dog list - National Pet Rescue | Examiner.com
The legal presumption that pit bulls are "dangerous" or "vicious" have been spurred on by a host of media hype. Most pit bull type dog owners will attest to their dogs being gentle, friendly, and non-aggressive, however breed-specific legislation ranges from complete bans on possession to restrictions on ownerships.
The legal presumption that pit bulls are "dangerous" or "vicious" have been spurred on by a host of media hype. Most pit bull type dog owners will attest to their dogs being gentle, friendly, and non-aggressive, however breed-specific legislation ranges from complete bans on possession to restrictions on ownerships.
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Spindletop Refuge in Wills, Texas - Dallas animal rescue | Examiner.com
Three hundred Pit Bulls seized from Spindletop Refuge in Wills, Texas - Dallas animal rescue | Examiner.com
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s department yesterday served a search warrant on Spindletop Refuge in Wills, Texas. Spindletop is the state’s largest and most well-known pit bull rescue organization.
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s department yesterday served a search warrant on Spindletop Refuge in Wills, Texas. Spindletop is the state’s largest and most well-known pit bull rescue organization.
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Pit Bulls Will They Be Here in the Future?
Pit Bulls Will They Be Here in the Future?
Article By Jason Mann
Just like in the past, some people today still use these dogs for illegal and immoral reasons but the majority of us love our dogs like family and they spend their days by our side and on our couches.
Pit Bulls Will They Be Here in the Future?
Article By Jason Mann
History tells us that Pit Bulls lived a violent past for the most part. However, what history doesn't share with you is the millions of Pit Bulls that lived normal, every day lives on farms and in the houses of their loving owners.
Mmany people used them for dog fighting, bull baiting, and other purposes the majority of the dogs spent their lives help out farmers, watching the kids, and making sure the homestead was safe.
The media, the HSUS, the ASPCA, and other organizations do not want you to see Pit Bulls as faithful family companies. Rather they paint a picture of totured fighting dogs with no hope except through donations given to these organizations or reporting your neighbor who happens to have more than one Pit Bull in their yard.
Just like in the past, some people today still use these dogs for illegal and immoral reasons but the majority of us love our dogs like family and they spend their days by our side and on our couches.
Over the past decade I have watched as Pit Bulls have started to become the poster breed used by "humane" organizations to further their causes and frankly it is disgusting. While I won't get into it, the Humane Society of the United States is by far the worst user.
Every chance they get to push their anti-dog fighting message to the world is a chance they can ask you to fork over $19 per month to "help dogs" when in fact less than two dollars a year of that money goes to any sort of shelter or rescue dog program.
Every chance they get to push their anti-dog fighting message to the world is a chance they can ask you to fork over $19 per month to "help dogs" when in fact less than two dollars a year of that money goes to any sort of shelter or rescue dog program.
What really scares me is the future of our dogs. Bright would not be a word I would use to describe the Pit Bulls future in our society.
From Bull Baiting to Dog Fighting to Your Home to the Shelter to the Rainbow Bridge
Pit Bulls have been used for all sorts of work and "sport" by people over the centuries. From bull baiting to dog fighting to helping the farmer catch a run away bull these dogs are majestic in their ability to cope with our stupidity and they display a level of tolerance that I only wish I could grasp.
As I write this Pit Bulls around the world are being hunted down, taken to shelters, and killed. For what? Because they attacked someone and harmed them? Maybe a few (very few). No, the majority of Pit Bulls being hunted and put to sleep did nothing wrong. Their incredible crime is that they look a certain way, I find it amazing that in our rational thinking evolved society appearance is enough reason to kill a dog.
Those who support bans and putting Pit Bulls to sleep because of the way they look are no better than the dog fighters or the sick people in our society that torture and kill animals for fun.
What Does the Future Hold for Pit Bulls?
Early I said I wouldn't use the word, "bright" to describe the future. I stick to that statement. Sites like PitBullLover.com and other sites related to Pit Bulls do great things for these dogs but it's not enough.
Until we get people in decision making positions that have common sense, do not sway to public fear, and have a set of morals that are unshakable we're rolling a 50 ton ball up an 80 degree hill.
Every single person involved with Pit Bulls is responsible for making a change. That includes you. It starts in your area and it starts with your dog.
Make no mistake my friend, you may be thinking it can never happen to you or your dog but there are thousands of people who once thought that way now mourning the loss of their best friend and loyal canine companion.
Action is required. How do you get started? Simple. Open your mouth and tell the truth. Take your dog(s) out in public and lead by example. Show the general public that Pit Bulls are outstanding dogs that deserve our respect and our protection. Not our hatered and prejudice.
Action is required. How do you get started? Simple. Open your mouth and tell the truth. Take your dog(s) out in public and lead by example. Show the general public that Pit Bulls are outstanding dogs that deserve our respect and our protection. Not our hatered and prejudice.
Man Bites Dog: Breed Specific Legislation by Christina Harvey
Man Bites Dog: Breed Specific Legislation by Christina Harvey
Man Bites Dog: Breed Specific Legislation by Christina Harvey
- By Christina Harvey-Dusenberry
- Published 02/2/2007
- Pet News
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Man Bites Dog: Breed Specific Legislation by Christina Dusenberry
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"An age is called Dark, not because the light fails to shine, but because people refuse to see it" - James Michener
Breed Specific Legislation- a law, policy or ordinance that applies to a specific dog breed or breeds, but does not affect any others.The main goal of BSL is to completely eliminate the breed which is restricted by various means.
Genocide- the deliberate and systematic extermination of a national, racial, political, or cultural group. – dictionary.com
Holocaust- any mass slaughter or reckless destruction of life. – dictionary.com
Then, as
And last and least important
4. Name (personality)"
"The picture I was offered, of the man jogging innocently by and the two dogs attacking and killing "out of nowhere" and "for no reason" simply did not make sense.I also found myself worried silly, because I have always suspected that it is expensive getting a Dog Bites Man item on the desk of a major newscaster, and I wondered who had paid for the crisis… I also assumed that in Ohio someone was mounting a statewide pit bull ban… And so I heard Dan Rather reporting on what sounded like something out of a horror flick, and assumed that some senator in Ohio was using pit bulls as a campaign issue, and this proved to be the case.A few months after that broadcast, Ohio passed what must be a singularly unconstitutional law, declaring that any animal of the breed commonly known as pit bulldog was prima facie vicious for purposes of that law…"
– Vicki Hearne pg. 12 "Bandit: Dossier of a Dangerous Dog"
Addressing Common Pit Bull myths:
Pit Bulls attack more people than any other breed:
Pit Bulls, being living creatures of flesh and blood, will are just as bulletproof as pigs are able to fly.The only way a bullet will "bounce" off of any dog would be if they somehow are wearing bulletproof attire. In short, Pit Bulls are NOT bulletproof. In fact, a Pit Bulls skin is no tougher or less prone to injury than any other breed of dog.An American Pit Bull Terrier is a dog: they do not possess any sort of super power.
Pit Bulls are inherently vicious:
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"An age is called Dark, not because the light fails to shine, but because people refuse to see it" - James Michener
Breed Specific Legislation- a law, policy or ordinance that applies to a specific dog breed or breeds, but does not affect any others.The main goal of BSL is to completely eliminate the breed which is restricted by various means.
Genocide- the deliberate and systematic extermination of a national, racial, political, or cultural group. – dictionary.com
Holocaust- any mass slaughter or reckless destruction of life. – dictionary.com
Since mass communication and the media commenced, a number of dog breeds have suffered great popularity.An influential occurrence causes the masses to seek a specific breed of dog.This can range from a motion picture (101 Dalmatians), a commercial (Bud Light's Bull Terrier, Spuds McKenzie and the Taco Bell Chihuahua), a television show ("Eddie" Moose, the Jack Russell from 'Frasier'), a celebrity (Paris Hilton's "teacup" dogs) or even an unfortunate event (Diane Whipple being killed by two dogs of the Perro de Presa Canario breed).Suddenly, the demand overpowers the supply causing commercial breeders (puppy mills) and backyard breeders to hastily and irresponsibly mass produce puppies for profit.It's "breeding for the worse of the breed" which always results in a decrease of breed quality with regard to both the health and the temperament.
Unfortunately due to irresponsible owners coupled with media hype, specific dog breeds have become victim to stereotyping.For example: certain breeds of dog are perceived as inherently dangerous.For decades, various dogs have acquired reputations based on media coverage and irresponsible owners.Various breeds have been labeled as "dangerous" during their rise to popularity as a "fad breed" including Great Danes, Pit Bulls, German Shepherd Dogs, Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers and many others.
Below is an excerpt taken from the book "Cesar's Way" written by Cesar Milan, renowned canine behaviorist regarding interaction with dogs.
[Dogs must be viewed]:
"First, as
"First, as
1.Animal
2.Species: dog (Canis familiaris)
Then, as
3. Breed (Chihuahua, Great Dane, collie, etc.)
And last and least important
4. Name (personality)"
Therefore, a dog, regardless of breed, is first an animal, second a dog and then a breed.If we apply this "chart" to humans, we would first be animals, then species (human), and finally, race.Would it be fair to stereotype an entire race based on good or bad experiences with only a few?
"It is true that Pit Bulls grab and hold on. But what they most often grab and refuse to let go of is your heart, not your arm."- Vicki Hearne "The picture I was offered, of the man jogging innocently by and the two dogs attacking and killing "out of nowhere" and "for no reason" simply did not make sense.I also found myself worried silly, because I have always suspected that it is expensive getting a Dog Bites Man item on the desk of a major newscaster, and I wondered who had paid for the crisis… I also assumed that in Ohio someone was mounting a statewide pit bull ban… And so I heard Dan Rather reporting on what sounded like something out of a horror flick, and assumed that some senator in Ohio was using pit bulls as a campaign issue, and this proved to be the case.A few months after that broadcast, Ohio passed what must be a singularly unconstitutional law, declaring that any animal of the breed commonly known as pit bulldog was prima facie vicious for purposes of that law…"
– Vicki Hearne pg. 12 "Bandit: Dossier of a Dangerous Dog"
Addressing Common Pit Bull myths:
Pit Bulls attack more people than any other breed:
Accurate bite statistics are extremely difficult to obtain. Dogs that are referred to as "Pit Bulls" in statistical reports are actually a broad variety of breeds and mixed breeds, all misidentified together under the term "Pit Bull". Additionally, many people have significant trouble properly identifying a true Pit Bull from the countless other breeds and mixed breeds.Consequently, within the bite statistics, a very high number of dogs have been misidentified.
Taking these matters into account, the true number of attacks attributable to actual American Pit Bull Terriers are considerably lower than is represented statistically.
It is also vital to understand the role that the extreme popularity of the Pit Bull and pit bull-type breeds plays. By many estimates, Pit Bull breeds and mixes are the most popular of all dog breeds in the United States. It is only logical to understand that the breed with a highest population would represent with a higher number of bite incidents.
According to older statistical reports for the Center of Disease Control, the trends in breed popularity correlate to the number of bites attributed to a specific breed during a specific period of time.
Therefore, while there is no adequate statistical proof that bites by Pit Bull breeds or mixes occur disproportionately to the population of Pit Bull breeds, there is obvious evidence that the negative coverage of Pit Bull related incidents by the media is disproportionate to the negative press associated of incidents relating to other breeds.
Pit Bulls brains swell/never stop growing:
"This rumor started with the Doberman, and has since been said about game-bred dogs in general. The concept of an animal's brain swelling or growing too large and somehow causing the animal to "go crazy" is not based in truth in any way.
Their brains grow at the same rate as any other dog, and the only time that a Pit Bull's brain is going to swell is if it receives a serious injury. If an animal's brain were to grow too big for its head, the animal would die." –PitBullLovers.com
Their brains grow at the same rate as any other dog, and the only time that a Pit Bull's brain is going to swell is if it receives a serious injury. If an animal's brain were to grow too big for its head, the animal would die." –PitBullLovers.com
Dogs react in the moment by triggering previous training and experiences.There are always reasons for a dog's behavior, and when aggression arises the reasons for that behavior can be attributed to improper handling by an unknowledgeable/irresponsible dog owner, lack of socialization or training, a misreading of dog behavior by the owner and rarely, a physical or mental ailment. Consequently, dogs don't "snap" out of nowhere without warning, and the dogs that will develop behavioral issues cannot be determined by their breed rather by the factors that influence their development and behavior.
Pit Bulls have "lock jaw":
If Pit Bull breeds, like any other breed, were bred through the crossing of several other breeds of dog, how is it possible that they alone suddenly developed such a major evolutionary change?There is no scientific proof that there has ever been any sort of "locking mechanism" in the jaw of any Pit Bull breed, or any dog for that matter.This is purely another scare tactic used to wrongfully instill fear into the public regarding Pit Bull breeds.
Pit Bulls are the guardian's of drug dens:
What has become particularly disturbing is that Pit Bull breeds have somehow acquired a reputation as being the "guardians of drug dens". First, a true Pit Bull will never excel at being a guard dog.Pit Bull breeds are known for their welcoming personality towards all humans, even strangers, which makes them terribly suited for guarding.Generally, a Pit Bull will not only have to be poorly bred but also intensely conditioned in order for it to show the aggression conveyed through this stereotype.
Pit Bulls are bulletproof:Pit Bulls, being living creatures of flesh and blood, will are just as bulletproof as pigs are able to fly.The only way a bullet will "bounce" off of any dog would be if they somehow are wearing bulletproof attire. In short, Pit Bulls are NOT bulletproof. In fact, a Pit Bulls skin is no tougher or less prone to injury than any other breed of dog.An American Pit Bull Terrier is a dog: they do not possess any sort of super power.
Pit Bulls are inherently vicious:
At the risk of being condescending, this view is ignortant. Anyone who states that "Pit Bull breeds are vicious" is purely uninformed about the matter at hand.First, a breed of dog cannot be deemed vicious.This is what is called "breedism" and is comparable to racism against humans.Only specific dogs can be vicious, not entire breeds.Usually, dogs that become vicious are taught this behavior. It is generally not innate.
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Ten Facts About Pit Bulls Every One Should Know
Ten Facts About Pit Bulls Every One Should Know
Ten Facts About Pit Bulls Every One Should Know
- By Christina Harvey-Dusenberry
- Published 08/31/2006
- General Pet Articles
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Ten Things About Pit Bulls Everyone Should Know
1. Pit Bulls are commonly used as therapy dogs. Whether they are visiting a senior care facility or helping someone recover from an emotional accident, Pit Bulls are making a mark as outstanding therapy dogs.
2. Pit Bulls are used in Search and Rescue work. One example of well known SAR Pit Bulls is Kris Crawford and her dogs. Kris and her dogs have helped save the lives of many people during their efforts. http://www.ForPitsSake.org
3. Pit Bulls serve as narcotic and bomb sniffing dogs. One Pit Bull, Popsicle (named that because he was found in an old freezer) has the largest recorded single drug find in Texas history. Read more about Popsicle here. Including how he found over 3,000 lbs of cocaine in Hildago, Texas.
4. Pit Bulls are great with kids. They weren't referred to as the "nanny's dog" for nothing that's for sure.
5. Pit Bulls are not human aggressive. The American Pit Bull Terrier as a breed is not human aggressive. In fact, quite the opposite is true of the breed. They are gentle and loving dogs. Like any dog individuals can be unsound and have behavior problems.
6. The Pit Bull was so popular in the early 1900's they were our mascot not only in World War One, but World War Two as well. They were featured on recruiting and propoganda posters during this time period.
7. Sgt. Stubby. A Pit Bull war hero. Stubby was wounded in action twice, he saved his entire platoon by warning them of a poison gas attack and he single handedly captured a German spy.
8. Pete the Pup on the orginal Little Rascals was a Pit Bull.
9. Pit Bulls score an 83.4% passing rate with the American Temperament Test Society. That's better than the popular Border Collie (a breed who scores 79.6%). View the ATTS stats here.
10. They are dogs not killing machines.
2. Pit Bulls are used in Search and Rescue work. One example of well known SAR Pit Bulls is Kris Crawford and her dogs. Kris and her dogs have helped save the lives of many people during their efforts. http://www.ForPitsSake.org
3. Pit Bulls serve as narcotic and bomb sniffing dogs. One Pit Bull, Popsicle (named that because he was found in an old freezer) has the largest recorded single drug find in Texas history. Read more about Popsicle here. Including how he found over 3,000 lbs of cocaine in Hildago, Texas.
4. Pit Bulls are great with kids. They weren't referred to as the "nanny's dog" for nothing that's for sure.
5. Pit Bulls are not human aggressive. The American Pit Bull Terrier as a breed is not human aggressive. In fact, quite the opposite is true of the breed. They are gentle and loving dogs. Like any dog individuals can be unsound and have behavior problems.
6. The Pit Bull was so popular in the early 1900's they were our mascot not only in World War One, but World War Two as well. They were featured on recruiting and propoganda posters during this time period.
7. Sgt. Stubby. A Pit Bull war hero. Stubby was wounded in action twice, he saved his entire platoon by warning them of a poison gas attack and he single handedly captured a German spy.
8. Pete the Pup on the orginal Little Rascals was a Pit Bull.
9. Pit Bulls score an 83.4% passing rate with the American Temperament Test Society. That's better than the popular Border Collie (a breed who scores 79.6%). View the ATTS stats here.
10. They are dogs not killing machines.
Courtesy of Jason Mann of PitBullLovers.com
Thursday, May 17, 2012
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