FOR PIT'S SAKE


Did you know?
~ According to the American Canine Temperament Testing Association, 82.5% of the American Pit Bull Terriers have passed their temperament tests, compared to a 77% passing rate for all breeds on average, including the border collie and golden retriever. 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.

~ Sadly, the pit bull, more than any other breed in history, is continuously made a villain through media hypes and irresponsible ownership.

~ With every litter of pit puppies born (pit females usually have litters of 8-11 puppies), it not only adds to the pit overpopulation, but 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.

What is a pit bull like?
Pit bulls are blessed with tenacious athletic ability, loyalty, intelligence and high energy. They are enthusiastic, eager to please, willing to work and—despite the unfair press they receive—loving and protective companions.

Pit bulls are traditionally not human aggressive. They make great family pets and are often called “nanny dogs.”

Pit bulls are not unpredictably aggressive. However, it can take less to arouse a pit bull than many other breeds to be aggressive toward other dogs. Get to know your dog and be aware of his tolerance level around other dogs, people and animals in general. This way you know what to expect from him and can avoid putting him in situations that may cause problems.

A pit bull's tolerance levels with other dogs can shift with age. Late maturing puppies can lose their forgiving nature as they grow older, while dog aggressive adults can become more dog tolerant with training and socialization. Important to know: A large part of the success with other dogs depends on the individual bag of genetics he has inherited and how well he's managed—and not as much on “how he was raised.”

~ Pit bulls need daily exercise, discipline, affection and socialization with people and other dogs from puppyhood and on.

~ The pit bull can be willful and pushy, so if you're known to be a softie, you may want to look for a different breed.

How you can help... Do you want to help combat the myths and misconceptions about the pit bull and restore its family-dog image? Download our educational flyer, available in English and Spanish, to learn about the pit's history and characteristics, and what to expect from this amazing breed, including the dos and don'ts of pit bull ownership. You can also print this flyer to share with others. Click here for the high-quality print versions in English or Spanish.

Project ResponsiBull Designed specifically for pit bulls, this program encourages responsible pit bull ownership with the goal to boost adoptions rates and pet retention and lower the euthanasia rates of the breed—which faces an epidemic of homelessness. Project ResponsiBull is FREE and includes obedience training, breed education and a spay/neuter. Contact us about our next class date and location. About our three-part program: > Part I: Pit-Ed Do you want to help combat the myths and misconceptions about the pit bull? Learn about the dos and don'ts of owning this amazing breed and help restore its family dog image. > Part II: Train a Pit A large number of pits are relinquished to shelters because of behavioral problems their owners cannot manage. To help owners establish stronger bonds with their dogs, while learning some useful tricks and tools, C.A.R.E.4Paws has teamed up with local trainers to offer FREE basic obedience training. > Part III: Fix a Pit Owners can sign up their pits and pit mixes to get fixed for free. Why is it important to spay and neuter your pit? Millions of pit bulls die every year because there are not enough homes for them. In fact, only one out of 600 pits will find a family of their own. Please spay/neuter your dog to help reduce the number of pit bulls found in shelters and euthanized each year! Altering your dog will help improve behavior and has big health benefits. Read the testimonials >> Download the event flyer >> See live coverage of Project R.B. from Newspress.TV >> Read about the program in the News-Press >> See more photos from our latest classes and workshops >>