Right to Own Pit Bulls The American Pit Bull Terrier has fallen under harsh criticism in recent years. Several attacks have led to Breed-Specific Legislation or BSL. Breed-Specific Legislation has led to the downright banning of pit bulls in several cities in the United States (“Breed Specific Legislation”). These legislations are unfair and ineffective. The pit bull is only a product of its owner and its surroundings. The pit bull is the most misunderstood and persecuted breed of dogs. If properly
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Pit Bulls Good Pets? Did you know that Pit Bulls used to be very popular back then? Pit Bulls used to be a sign of nationalism. Some Pit Bulls were even on signs for World War Two. Which led to Pit Bulls being more popular because every American wanted a Pit Bull. Pit Bulls were the dog that much Americans wanted because they thought if they had that dog other people would see that person as a proud American. So as you can tell Pit Bulls were very popular back then. Next‚ Pit Bulls were
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Analysis of "Pit Bull‚ Bum Rap?" In 2004‚ Maclean’s published Lianne George’s essay‚ "Pit Bull‚ Bum Rap?" in regards to a proposal to ban pit bulls. Lianne George is currently an associate editor for Maclean’s magazine in Canada. She has written numerous commentaries such as this one‚ "Pit Bull‚ Bum Rap?" for Maclean’s and other publications like the National Post. Lianne George begins with an overview of dog breeds falling in and out of fashion. She compares the current pit bull hysteria to those
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In the novel The Great Santini by Pat Conroy‚ the reader meets the main character‚ Bull Meechem. Bull Meechem had many outstanding traits good and awful. Bull Meechem can be mistakenly called a racist though he is truly an abusive father‚ and yet he is courageous and honorable at times of war and then at moment before his death. Bull’s male desire to have control over his family often gets the best of him‚ the reader witnesses him physically and mentally attacking his family in drunken rages control
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History The Red Brigades were founded by college student Renato Curcio in 1969 to battle "against the imperialist state of the multinationals." At first‚ the fledgling organization restricted its activities to small acts of vandalism and arson. However‚ in 1972‚ they abducted business executive Idalgo Macchiarini‚ releasing him a short time later with a sign that said‚ "Hit one to educate 100. Power to the armed populace." The Red Brigades kidnapped several other executives in the years following
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Pit Bulls For the purpose of this assignment‚ I have chosen to analyze an online article on the official statement of the ASPCA on pit bulls and pit bull type breeds. The ASPCA is widely recognized as the first humane society formed in North America and today‚ one of the largest humane societies in the world (Zawistowski). As an experienced animal welfare group with a 150 year history‚ I felt this group would be able to provide unbiased and accurate information regarding pit bulls. By
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The Bull Mastiff is a cross between an Old English Bulldog and an English Mastiff. When full grown the Bull Mastiff reaches a height of approximately two and a half ft. and weighs between 90 and 130 lbs. The size‚ while intimidating‚ is not the only thing big about this dog. They are all heart. A Bull Mastiff is extremely lovable‚ loyal and protective and is very good natured toward children. A Bull Mastiff forms a very strong attachment to its family members and while the breed is known for being
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Kyle Cosentino Managing Coastal Ecosystems 8/31/10 The Freshwater Shark: Bull Sharks and Their Movement between Fresh and Saline Environments Carcharhinus Leucas or bull sharks are the only species of sharks that are able to travel long distances and spend extended periods of time in freshwater environments. Although many people disagree‚ I believe that one of the bull sharks’ main reason for entering freshwater is to find breeding grounds. There is evidence that supports this theory‚ and it
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ENG 125 Introduction to Literature Bull by the Horns… Life Decisions Kristina Munz May 7‚ 2013 Bull by the Horns… Life Decisions The perspective of life is led by what the imagination captures. For some individuals‚ connecting to life can be just as difficult as a five year old trying to run a marathon. “For as he thinketh in his heart‚ so is he…” (Bible‚ 1979). The power that shapes this expression can help anyone achieve great things or just waste one ’s life altogether. That is why I think
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Persuasive Speech: By Sarah Wooten: You have heard it countless times before. “Pit bulls are heartless monsters!” Or you may have heard the ever famous claim‚ “Pit bulls are killers‚ dangerous‚ and keep your kids away from them!” But there are people like me out there that believe they are not monsters. They are just misunderstood. Training and discipline techniques from a young age are all it takes to have a lovable pit bull that wouldn’t hurt a fly. People seem only to focus on the negative side of
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