The American Pit Bull Terrier early ancestors came from England, Scotland and Ireland.
Nicknames Pit Bull
Country of origin United States
Weight: Male 14 to 32 kg (30 to 70 lb) - Female 14 to 32 kg (30 to 70 lb)
Height: Male 36 to 61 cm (14 to 24 in) - Female 36 to 61 cm (14 to 24 in)
Life span 12 to 14 years
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a member of the molosser breed group.
The Pit Bull Terrier was bred first to bait bulls and bears.
In the United States, farmers and ranchers used their American Pit Bull Terriers for protection, as catch dogs for semi-wild cattle and hogs, to hunt, and to drive livestock.
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a breed that is loyal to friends and family.
This dog breed is generally friendly towards strangers.
The American Temperament Testing Society shows a pass percentage of 86 percent for American Pit Bull Terriers as opposed to the Golden Retriever with a temperament of 84.9 percent
The American Pitt Bull Terrier, just like any other breed of dogs, is susceptible to cataracts, hip dysplasia and some tumors.
