One of the top ten forbidden mastiffs in the world: Pit Dogs

Pet 8:20am, 3 June 2025 197

Pitbull is a dog breed originating from the UK. It was originally used for bullfighting and dogfighting, so it has a strong biting force and tenacious fighting spirit. Pitbulls have a burly appearance, a wide head, a well-developed jaw, small and round eyes, short and upright ears, a strong body, and a variety of fur colors, usually white, black, brown or varied. Pitbulls are usually loyal, brave, naughty and friendly, very close to their owners and family members, and can also get along with other animals. Pitbulls have a high IQ, are easy to train, like to play and exercise, require a lot of activity and attention, otherwise they will become bored and anxious.

However, pitbulls are also a controversial breed because they are considered dangerous in some countries and regions and are even prohibited or restricted from feeding. This is mainly because pitbulls have had multiple bites or deaths, which has caused public panic and resentment. According to some statistics, pitbulls are one of the dog breeds that cause the most deaths in humans and other animals, accounting for more than half of all fatal dog injuries. Pitbull's aggression and danger are affected by many factors, including genetics, environment, training, socialization, health and hormones. Some pitbulls may be attacked because they are abused, neglected, provoked or frightened, while some pitbulls may be difficult to navigate because of lack of control, discipline, or leadership. In any case, the attack behavior of the pitbull is unacceptable and needs to be stopped and corrected in time.

pitbull breeders should be responsible for their dogs, give them appropriate care, education and management to ensure their safety and happiness, and avoid causing trouble and harm to others. Pitbull breeders should abide by some of the following principles:

- Before choosing a pitbull, you must fully understand the characteristics, needs and risks of the breed, ensure that you have the ability and conditions to raise them well, and also consider whether the breeding of pitbulls is allowed or restricted in your area, and whether relevant permits or registration are required.

-Please carefully select reliable sources before purchasing or adopting pitbulls to avoid obtaining defective or violent pitbulls from bad breeders or fighting fields, and also check the health status and vaccination records of pitbulls to prevent disease and contagion.

- After raising pitbulls, they should be sterilized or birth control surgery to control reproduction and reduce hormone-induced aggression. They should also be regularly examined and dewormed to maintain health and hygiene.

- When training pitbulls, use positive methods such as rewards and encouragement, rather than punishment and violence, to build trust and respect, and to teach them to obey and obey orders to enhance control and discipline.

- When socializing pitbulls, you should start from a young age and let them contact different people and animals to cultivate their friendliness and adaptability, and avoid engaging them in any form of dog fighting or biting games to prevent them from being aggressive and competitive.

- When managing pitbulls, they should be provided with enough activities and toys to consume their energy and interests, and they should also be provided with appropriate food and water to satisfy their nutrition and moisture.

- When you go out with your pit bulls, put appropriate collars and leashes on them to prevent them from running away or ramming, and also wear masks or mouth covers to prevent them from biting or scaring others.

- When encountering attacks from pitbulls, stay calm and rational, try to avoid looking directly into their eyes or making threatening actions, and try to protect your head and neck to reduce damage. If possible, seek help from other people or animals, or use sounds or objects to distract them in order to escape or subdue them.

In short, pitbulls are dog breeds with a long history and complex personality. They have both admirable and loveable advantages and fearful and disgusting shortcomings.

pitbull breeders should be responsible for their dogs, give them appropriate care, education and management to ensure their safety and happiness, and avoid causing trouble and harm to others. Non-breders of

pitbulls should also have an objective and fair understanding of this breed, and do not generalize or discriminate, and do not provoke or frighten easily, so as not to cause unnecessary conflicts and harm. Only in this way can we live in harmony with the pitbull and share this beautiful world.