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An estimated 480 000 bull breeds are euthanized each Year

An estimated 480 000 bull breeds are euthanized each year in US shelters This is 40 of the 1 2 million dogs killed in shelters each year Known as malicious aggressive monsters in some people's eyes and gentle nanny dogs to others the American Pit Bull Terrier is one of the most misunderstood dog breeds in the world With many countries such as Germany and England even having a complete ban on the animals altogether Why does this breed have such a bad rap And does it really deserve this reputation The American Pit Bull Terrier was recognized as it's own breed in the 1860 s by the United Kennel Club Despite popular belief these dogs were indeed bred for one purpose at the time the blood sport of dogfighting Which at the time was perfectly legal and a well known sport The APBT was bred to be highly aggressive with other dogs In the earlier days of the UKC United Kennel Club it was common practice for dogs to fight during dog shows to show their gameness towards other dogs it was considered a fault if the dogs were not willing to engage with other dogs in the ring 



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