Pit bulls are muscular dogs and exhibit agility despite their size. Contrary to popular belief, they are not lazy and are very energetic. Their ears are usually cropped, although this is optional. It is important to note that the ears must be cropped before twelve weeks. Their life expectancy is about 12 years. Although they are a healthy breed, they are prone to hip dysplasia, hereditary cataracts, grass allergies, and congenital heart disease.
Due to their ferocious appearance, Pit Bulls terrify most people and are also considered dangerous. His notorious image has been aggravated by rumors and myths that have circulated for a long time. What is even sadder is that there are several ‘so-called’ humane organizations that claim to euthanize this breed. Many cases have already been reported where a dog, even remotely resembling this breed, has been killed.
It is clear that people do not realize that there are no bad breeds, only poorly bred dogs. If one buys a pet or adopts one, the responsibility for the pet and its welfare automatically rests with the owner. So, if the dog has bad manners or a bad temper, the fault lies with the owner and the poor level of education. This applies not only to pit bulls but to all breeds.
Another reason for its bad reputation is its demand among criminals or its increased use in illegal dog fighting. This breed actually makes up the majority of dogs used in illegal dog fighting. They teach them, or rather encourage them to bark, growl, grimace and attack. It is clear from the study of dog behavior that the temperament of the dog is affected by the owner it has.
Contrary to the image they have, they are actually confident and people-oriented dogs. They have a strong desire to please and attract attention, while at the same time they can develop a strong sense of dependency on their owners. And like all pets, they require a lot of care and exercise to ensure their good health and more, it also helps to maintain a good temperament.
They are energetic and should get a minimum of 30 to 40 minutes of exercise. The exercise regiment may include walking or walking with weights attached to the body to make the exercise more vigorous. It is important to note that the Pit Bull must be taught who is the leader and therefore must be walked the correct way by the owner.
Most people let their dogs lead the way which is wrong as it gives the dog a sense of leadership and he would never listen to a follower. It is important to establish with him the leader-follower relationship. The correct way to walk your dog is to walk beside you or behind you, but never in front of you.
It is important to observe the dog and fully understand its needs. In this way, all unnecessary tests can be easily prevented. It is equally important to establish a routine with the dog in order to maintain a good relationship with the dog. Therefore, a pit bull or any other breed can be friendly and sociable, if given the proper training early on and good behavior is encouraged.
