The common terms of “Pit Bull dog” or “Pit Bulls” do not refer to one specific breed, but rather five different but related Pit Bull breeds of muscular terriers originally bred for bull baiting and ...

Pit bulls are notorious in the dog world and often get a bad reputation. Canines labeled as ‘pit bulls’ can often be feared and face restrictions in public settings and at local parks. But a recent ...

STONE RIDGE, NY -- The new rookie at one New York police department weighs 60 pounds, has a big, lolling tongue, a soft caramel coat and a chance to fight stereotypes in addition to crime. When she ...

When comparing the American Pit Bull Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier, you’d be forgiven for thinking they’re the same breed. At first glance, they look incredibly similar – but as a vet with ...

From their square faces, short legs and muscular builds, the pit bull dog breed umbrella has gained a bad reputation for their intimidating looks and history of being dog-fighting animals. But despite ...

The American pit bull terrier is the most popular dog breed in Ohio, surpassing German shepherds. Golden retrievers rank as the second most popular breed in Ohio, followed by German shepherds in third ...

Jacob Anderson began his trek from Virginia to Colorado in 2015 with his trusty sidekick and first pit bull, Kiwi. Accompanying Anderson in the passenger seat, Kiwi fought off sleep so that he could ...

When it comes to animal rescue, it is difficult to find a person who would be opposed to it. However, some dog breeds have a bad reputation, making it harder for people trying to help them. The Pit’s ...

In the wake of a horrific attack in which a Schenectady man was killed by a pack of pit bulls, other owners are defending the breed. Albany Police said 59-year-old James Provost was attacked by a ...

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Pit bulls have acquired a reputation of aggression and violence that has led municipalities around the state to effectively ban them in city limits, but does the dog breed deserve ...