Pit Bulls: Fact and Fiction

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1. Which of the following is one of the breeds more commonly referred to simply as pit bulls? The American Staffordshire Terrier The Bull Terrier The American Bulldog The Parson Russell Terrier

2. Pit bulls are the oldest American breed registered with the AKC. True False

3. Many pit bulls have achieved fame as the mascots of companies or as actors. Which of the following famous dogs was never a pit bull? The Ford Motor Company dog The Buster Brown mascot The RCA mascot Petey, from the Little Rascals

4. In addition to becoming famous faces in their own right, many pit bulls have had famous owners. Which of the following never owned a pit bull? Laura Ingalls Wilder Herbert Hoover Theodore Roosevelt Helen Keller

5. The most decorated dog of WWI was a pit bull. True False

6. Pit bulls are often misrepresented in our culture, with negative stereotypes propagated by irresponsible owners and breeders. Which of the following pit bull "myths" is actually true? Pit bulls were bred to be human aggressive Pit bulls were bred to be dog aggressive Pit bulls attack people more than any other breed Pit bulls have jaws that lock shut

7. Because of the myths surrounding the breed, potential pit bull owners should be aware of difficulties they face in owning these dogs. Which of these is not an issue with owning a pit bull? Pit bulls are often subject to special rules and regulations, such as muzzling in public, leash length requirements, etc. Owning a pit bull could raise your insurance--or even cause it to be canceled. They are illegal to own in some places. Pit bull owners are sometimes required to report ownership of this breed to neighbors.

8. Although the pit bull needs frequent exercise (if not, they earn their reputations as couch chewers) their heavy, muscular build means that a low fence is a good way to contain them. True False

9. Which of the following activities is NOT suited to the pit bull's temperament? Search and rescue Obedience training and competition Agility Guard dog

10. Even today, pit bulls are being used as combatants in dog fights. Which is NOT a reason that some owners give for continuing dogfighting? To continue tradition Because the dogs love it. To help preserve the dogs' bloodlines It keeps the dogs aggressive enough to protect people