Archive for October, 2008

Dog History: The Pit Bull Terrier

Friday, October 17th, 2008
Dog History: The Pit Bull Terrier

Most modern Pit Bulls are believed to be descended from European bull dogs and different breeds of mastiffs that were once used in farm work. The mastiffs were known for their strength and power, so they were primarily used to help farmers with their bulls when it was time to bring them in from the fields.

The mastiff became known as the bulldog. The dog?s main purpose was to protect the farmer from being gored by an enraged bull. The do (more…)

Pit Bull Terrier Dogs: Super Smart

Tuesday, October 7th, 2008
Pit Bull Terrier Dogs: Super Smart

People say a lot of things about Pit Bulls, but you never hear them talk much about the intelligence of this particular breed. Fact is you’ll never hear anything about the intelligence of this animal, unless you are in the company of Pit bull owners. Anyone who has owned one of these fascinating dogs will tell you straight up that the Pit bull is a very smart dog indeed.

Pit Bulls are fairly quick to learn, but they also have a certain (more…)