FOR PIT'S SAKE


Did you know...
According to the American Canine Temperament Testing Association, 82.5%of the American Pit Bull Terriers that have taken the temperament test have passed, compared to a 77% passing rate for all breeds on average. In the test a dog is placed in a series of confrontational situations. The first sign of aggression or panic is a failure of the test. Pit bulls have achieved the fourth highest passing rate of all 122 breeds tested.

The pit bull is the most bred dog in the U.S. Sadly, it's also the most feared dog. Millions of pit bulls die every year because there are not enough homes for them. In fact, only one out of 600 pit bulls will find a family of their own. With every litter of pit puppies born (pit females usually give birth to 8-11 puppies), it takes away from the already few homes that are willing to open their doors to a pit bull or pit mix. Please spay and neuter your pit! Altering your dog will also help improve behavior and can have huge health benefits.

For Pit's Sake Do you want to help combat the myths and misconceptions about the pit bull and restore it family-dog image? Download our educational flyer, available in both English and Spanish, to learn about the pit's history and typical characteristics and what to expect from this amazing breed. You can also print this flyer to share with others; click here for the high-resolution versions in English or Spanish.

Project ResponsiBull This three-part program encourages responsible pit bull ownership, with the goal of ultimately increasing adoptions rates, boosting pet retention and lowering the euthanasia rates of this breed—which faces an epidemic of homelessness. Project ResponsiBull is designed specifically for owners of pit bulls and includes FREE obedience training, FREE pit bull education and help with spaying or neutering of your pit bull or pit mix. Our next workshop (s): ~ September 25, 2010 At Camp Canine with longtime dog trainer John Sorosky. Groups meets from 2pm to 4pm. Open to the public and shelter/rescue volunteers. Contact us to reserve a space for you and your dog. About our three-part program: > Part I: Pit-Ed Discover the dos and don'ts of owning a pit bull and help dispel the myths and misconceptions about this breed. > Part II: Train a Pit C.A.R.E.4Paws teams up with local trainers to offer FREE basic obedience for pit bull owners. Don't miss this great opportunity to bond with your dog and learn a new trick or two. > Part II: Fix a Pit Owners of pit bulls can have their dogs spayed or neutered with help of C.A.R.E.4Paws. Altering your dog can help improve behavior and reduces breed overpopulation. Contact us for more details. To download a copy of the event flyer, click here. Too see photos from our latest classes and workshops, as well as live coverage from Newspress.TV, click here >>