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Breed Profile – American Staffordshire Terrier

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History:

The Staffordshire Terrier traces its origins back to the English region of Staffordshire in the 1800s during which time there was various cross breeding among the Bulldog and various terriers. Once brought to the United States the large, muscular head and increased girth exhibited by these dogs was preferred by American breeders and as a result the Am Staff is much larger and heavier than its British cousin, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. After the banning of dog fighting in the US around 1900 two strains of this type of dog resulted, a show strain called the American Staffordshire and less stocky breed known as the Pit Bull Terrier. Under the right ownership these are wonderful family dogs and they can be seen in various roles such as police work, weight pulling and agility. [Read more…]

Breed Profile – American Pit Bull Terrier

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History:

Paisley, Owner: Flickr Member PaisleyPitbull (Used in Accordance with CC Licence)The American Pit Bull Terrier was introduced to the US in the early 1800s by Boston-Irish immigrants. In America the Pit Bull flourished and was used in various WWI era war artwork, the Buster Brown Shoe Company and RCA used the breed as their mascot. A Pit Bull named Petie starred in Our Gang and a Pit mixed named Stubby became a decorated WWI hero. During this time the Pit Bull was loved and adored by the masses becoming America’s sweetheart. Since this time the Pit Bull has evolved into a marvelous working and companion dog; Pits are employed as therapy dogs, search and rescuers, police/armed services dogs, and livestock workers. They also compete in a variety of agility and organized dog sports including herding, conformation and obedience. This is one of the most versatile breeds on the planet, due in part to the harshness and physical demands of their early history. [Read more…]

Breed Profile – American Bulldog

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History:

Bulldogs originated in England where they were working dogs in charge of catching cattle and guarding their masters’ property. This breed was also, at one time, used in the grueling and violent sport of bull baiting. The original bulldog was preserved by immigrants from Great Britain that brought their dogs along with them to the American South. This breed almost became extinct by the end of WWII due to their decreasing numbers after bull baiting was outlawed, but thanks to breeding programs sponsored by John D. Johnson and Allen Scott the breed was brought back from the brink of extinction. [Read more…]

Help – My Dog Ate Chicken Bones

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Help, my dog ate cooked chicken bones! Do I need to take my dog to the vet if he ate bones??

We have all been there… You get distracted during the game while your favorite team is scoring the game winning touchdown, only to find that Tank has managed to eat the bones of every last hot sauce coated wing carcass that laid on the table. Your vet has told you to never give your dog cooked bones including chicken bones, steak bones, ribs and ham bones, but why are these things so bad for your dog – aren’t they built to digest bones? Before you rush Tank off to the vet to have his wing-filled tummy x-rayed, here are some home remedies to make your pet feel better, along with distress signs to watch out for to make sure your dog will be able to pass the bones ok.
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Ban Bathtubs, Not Pit Bulls – A Letter to StopPitBullAttacks.Com

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The message that follows was sent to the owner/webmaster/administrator at a site called Stop Pit Bull Attacks I just thought I would take it upon myself to inform him or her of the possible implications the breed specific bans they so fervently support could have on their community, the lovely area of Independence, Missouri. Ignorance is inexcusable. [Read more…]

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