• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of American Pit Bull Terriers: This medium size breed of dog has heavy bones, pendant ears, a relatively short and well-muscled neck and a short muzzle. They are strong and muscular with powerful jaws. Referred to as Pitbulls
  • Temperament: They are often independent, energetic, domineering and difficult to manage. Aggressive towards other dogs
  • They are considered unsuitable as a family pet 
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of American Pit Bull Terriers range from 30 to 60 lbs (14 to 27 kg)
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 14 to 24 ins (36 to 61 cm), up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of American Pit Bull Terriers and Nicknames: Pitbulls.
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of American Pit Bull Terriers: The coat is normally short and smooth and comes in a range of colors
• Fact 7 - Life of American Pit Bull Terriers: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 14 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for American Pit Bull Terriers is the Terrier dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
  • After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
  • After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
  • Every year after  add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
• Fact 10 - Choosing American Pit Bull Terriers as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are American Pit Bull Terriers suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. American Pit Bull Terriers are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Heart defects
  • - Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
  • - Eye problems
  • - Skin allergies
• Fact 12 - American Pit Bull Terriers were originally bred as fighting dogs
  • - They were trained to bait and attack tethered bulls and bears
  • - They were then trained to participate in dog fighting where dogs fought to the death
• Fact 13 - Breeding American Pit Bull Terriers for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise American Pit Bull Terriers

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