American Pitbull Terrier Temperament

American Pitbull Terrier Temperament

The american pitbull terrier is one of the so-called bully breeds often labeled a pit bull. In fact, "pit bull" isn't a breed but a term used to describe the american pitbull terrier, the Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

Some people say the american pitbull terrier is the same as the American Staffordshire Terrier. Others, just as forcefully, say they're entirely different breeds.

But all experts can agree that the confusion started with a decision by the AKC in the early 1930s to give it a new name, American Staffordshire Terrier, to separate it from its pit-fighting past. The american pitbull terrier has not been recognized by the AKC, while the American Staffordshire Terrier, which is slightly smaller, has been.

The bull breeds are often grossly misunderstood. The qualities that make these dogs tenacious players in obedience and agility games also attract highly unscrupulous people looking for strong competitors for their dog fighting rings. The sorry result is that bull breeds, in particular the american pitbull terrier, have gained a reputation over recent years for being dangerous