pit bull terrier
Stocky, powerful dog
A pit bull terrier is a dog of any of several breeds developed from bulldogs and terriers, originally bred for fighting.
The term covers the American pit bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, and related breeds.
Pit bulls are muscular, powerful dogs that inspire strong reactions—fierce loyalty from owners and fear from critics who cite attack statistics.
Often shortened to pit bull.
Law prohibiting specific animals
- BSLBritish sign language
- legislationOfficial enactment of statutes
- stigmaMark of dishonor
- media biasSkewed news presentation
stereotype · misunderstood · discrimination · ordinance · advocacy · rehabilitation · rescue · prejudice
Having well-developed sinews
- athleticPhysically strong and active
- stockyShort and solidly built
- powerfulHaving great strength
- strong jawProminent lower facial structure
compact · agile · sturdy · lean · well-built · cropped ears · wide stance · barrel chest
Firm in allegiance
- affectionateShowing warm regard
- devotedLoyally and lovingly attached
- protectiveServing to guard
- companionOne who keeps company
faithful · eager to please · people-oriented · playful · energetic · stubborn · confident · courageous
Internalizing cultural norms
- obedienceCompliance with authority
- positive reinforcementStrengthening behavior through rewards
- crate trainingAcclimating pets to enclosures
- impulse controlRegulating sudden urges
therapy dog · agility · recall · handler · working dog · service dog · detection dog
breed ban
Law prohibiting specific animals
- BSLBritish sign language
- legislationOfficial enactment of statutes
- stigmaMark of dishonor
media bias · stereotype · misunderstood · discrimination · ordinance · advocacy · rehabilitation · rescue · prejudice · temperament test
muscular
Having well-developed sinews
strong jaw · compact · agile · sturdy · lean · well-built · cropped ears · wide stance · barrel chest · medium-sized
loyal
Firm in allegiance
- affectionateShowing warm regard
- devotedLoyally and lovingly attached
- protectiveServing to guard
companion · faithful · eager to please · people-oriented · playful · energetic · stubborn · confident · courageous · gentle
socialization
Internalizing cultural norms
- obedienceCompliance with authority
- positive reinforcementStrengthening behavior through rewards
- crate trainingAcclimating pets to enclosures
impulse control · therapy dog · agility · recall · handler · working dog · service dog · detection dog
purebred
Of single breed ancestry
puppy · AKC · registry · lineage · bloodline · sire · dam · conformation · dog show · genetics
- bull terriers
pit bull terrierChihuahua
Northern Mexican state and capital
lapdog · toy poodle · Pomeranian · Maltese · teacup dog
pit bull terriergolden retriever
Amber-furred family dog
cocker spaniel · therapy dog · family dog · beagle · gentle giant
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