#apbt

[bionicdogs]

how did i get so lucky to have this dog in my life

[stinkybrowndogs]

A bunch of new shirts designs for the shop!

[carrico44]

2021 February

[domestictheriotypes]

American pitbull terrier

The American Pitbull Terrier (APBT) is a muscular but lean, medium-sized, short-haired dog whose early ancestors came from England. Until the mid-19th century the since-extinct Old English Terriers and Old English Bulldogs were bred together to produce a dog that combined the gameness of the terrier with the strength and athleticism of the bulldog. This type of dog, which was bred in England, became known as the bull & terrier. These dogs arrived in the United States in the late nineteenth century, where they became the direct ancestors of the American Pitbull Terrier. Bull & terriers were used in bloodsports such as bull baiting, bear baiting, and later on, dog fighting. Today Pitbulls are often used for hunting and athletic sports.

Pitbulls are high-drive, energetic dogs. Animal aggression, including dog aggression, is still common. But human aggression is considered abnormal and undesirable.

Is this your theriotype?

Yes

No

Kinsidering

Hearttype/other type

Voting ended onJan 20

[artbulls]

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[x22817]

I want to splurge on a Saker harness. The question is:

What color?

Orange

Green

Black

None of the above: get a different harness

Voting ended onMay 1

Orange would be best for visibility (we def have that problem). But I think green would look best on her. Black is what I always resort to but I'm trying to think of what would look best / be most practical.

[atypicalattractions]

A lot of people get these dog breeds mixed up so here’s a few differences:

The american pitbull terrier (also known as the pitbull or apbt) is a muscular and lean, high-drive dog. They were originally bred for blood sports, but today they are commonly used for hunting or for non-violent dog sports. It’s also worth noting that human aggression is considered abnormal and an immediate disqualification under the breed standard.

The american staffordshire terrier (also known as the amstaff) is less intense and slightly bulkier than the apbt. They were bred to be show dogs.

The american bully (also known as the ambully) is a muscular and stocky breed. They were bred for companionship. They come in multiple sizes, including pocket, standard, classic, and XL. Micro/exotic and XXL bullies are not recognized.

The staffordshire bull terrier (also known as the staffy) is a small to medium-sized stocky dog. They were originally bred for blood sports but are often companion or show dogs today. They were once called ‘nanny dogs.’ However, this was really just propaganda to get more people interested in the breed. It goes without saying that dogs are not babysitters. 

[lovelydoggies]

Hulk APBT Red Nose