What Are Pitbulls?
The simplest interpretation of a pit bull in the Merriam Webster’s dictionary can be described as a type of dog that is known for its strength and its ability to fight. Short-coated muscular dogs with large skulls and wide jaws it’s clear to see why such an opinion can be generated. Aside from these characteristic according to the Bad rap organization the breed can vary in weight from 30-75 pounds and have a variety of mix of multiple breeds, to include Strafford Terriers, Strafford Bull Terriers, American Pit Bull Terrier, and American Bullies. The breed originated in the UK around the 1800’s with a specific job as “bait bulls” soon becoming a large part of the growing nation. They were entrusted as proctors and family dogs growing in the
hearts of many. However, in recent years the once popular dog has become a mass media target as aggressive and dangerous breed. Black listed from certain apartment buildings, parks, and even states. A Breed-Specific Legislation was later developed to limit, control, and prevent the ownership of “dangerous breeds.” It is necessary to explore the Breed Specific discrimination to examine the public’s changing perspective towards pit bulls and how certain forces have come to play a part in influencing and shaping peoples’ perspectives on pit bull aggression.
hearts of many. However, in recent years the once popular dog has become a mass media target as aggressive and dangerous breed. Black listed from certain apartment buildings, parks, and even states. A Breed-Specific Legislation was later developed to limit, control, and prevent the ownership of “dangerous breeds.” It is necessary to explore the Breed Specific discrimination to examine the public’s changing perspective towards pit bulls and how certain forces have come to play a part in influencing and shaping peoples’ perspectives on pit bull aggression.