American Pitbull Terrier - Top 10 Facts

American Pitbull Terrier is a medium-sized, intelligent, short-haired dog, of a solid build, whose early ancestors came from the British Isles. Originally bred to “bait” bulls, the breed evolved into all-around farm dogs, and later moved into the house to become “nanny dogs” because they were so gentle around children.

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In this video, we are counting down the top 10 facts about the American Pitbull Terrier that you might not know.

A Quick Overview:
Group: Terrier Dogs
Weight: 30 to 85 pounds
Height: 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Expectancy: 12 to 16 years

The American Pit Bull 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 Pit Bull Terrier, the Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

These dogs love people and have no idea that their size is something of a deterrent to being a lap dog. Confident and keenly aware of their surroundings, they are watchdogs in that they may alert you to the presence of strangers, but that's primarily because they're eager to greet "their" guests.

While their love of people makes them failures as guard dogs, their courage is unmatched and they will defend their family with their lives.

Like every dog, American Pit Bull Terriers need early socialization — exposure to many different people, sights, sounds, and experiences — when they're young. Socialization helps ensure that your puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog.

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👉 Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:07 1. Their History
2:12 2. Their reputation as aggressive dogs
3:29 3. Their appearance
4:04 4. Their personality
4:27 5. They are extremely versatile dogs
5:00 6. They do not make good guard dogs
5:31 7. They like everything physical
6:27 8. They need proper training and socialization
7:07 9. Coat and grooming
7:55 10. Their health issues
8:30 Outro

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[DarthRaider]

I've never experienced a better breed of dog. The love and loyalty they have is immeasurable. I trust pitbulls more than any other dog.

[glizzygoblin-nluh]

My pitbulls the best boy ever, i walked into a shelter to see if they had any pitbulls and they had one available, all the dogs were barking an makin noise but not chief, he was lookin skinny an sad layin in his kennel lookin at me like i wouldnt pick him, i asked to meet with him so they put us in a room together an he got so excited i was lovin on him an he was bein a good boy, i had to go outside to call my parents an ask if i could bring em home, when they had to put him back in the kennel for me to go outside he looked heartbroken he was crying an pulling to go with me, i got to go ahead to bring him home an he was flipping around in his kennel when he saw me come in with the leash, my lucky day he was free they had a promotion any dog over 5 is free, he was 5 years 2 months, hes filled out an healthy now, cuddling my legs as i type this, we go for walks daily an play fetch dailyz car rides, lake time special dinners for him he gets it all hes the best, the silliest most cuddly boy ever, hes 7 years old now an acts like a puppy always happy to see everyone an do whatever, sticks to my side like glue, so happy i stopped in that day

[monaye]

My grandmother owns a VERY VERY VERY OLD American Pitbull Terrier and tbh she is the sweetest dog I have ever met and she loves to meet new people

[matthewhall]

My red nose Brody was scheduled to be put down the day before I could get their but I spoke with the shelter and they extended his time. I’m so grateful I have him, he is a smaller pit and is unusually light tan with a white tip on his tail white paws and a white heart on his forehead, and he has supper floppy ears, everyone who sees his remarks about how cute he is.
He is my best buddy and my child he has the cutest little howl when he gets excited. He never leaves my side and my family and friends and neighbors have all grown to really like him!

[michaeljvandyck]

Great video! My girl Zoey just turned 9! She's my best friend on this earth. The APBT has such a beautiful personality. She teaches me how to be a better person, every day

[brianpasswaiter]

My red nose lives about 18 years
I still miss my dude and couldn’t be replaced everRIP Gator

[renegadesurvivalist_]

I adopted a pit mix and while he is stubborn he is smart. He is also quite lazy compared to others in his breed. He jumps just high enough to make it on the couch and runs just fast enough to keep up with. I always find him lounging around in the sun. Love my dog

[dank]

We found an APT in a freeway concrete drain, it was 3 months old & very hungry. Took it to vet & then home to acreage with cows. Best friend ever!

[TheAmtrack]

I have an APT weighing in at 61 pounds and never had a stronger dog, but she is the sweetest dog I ever had.

[agentleman]

Our girl is the most gentle dog I have ever known!!!

[enzos]

Best dog i ever had And still have very intelligent

[gomes]

The pitbull Terriers, rottweiler,doberman and the belgian malinois stay one of my favourite dog Powerful intelligent athletic beautiful animal

[hardromeo]

Wife and I rescued a pitty mix who was born deaf. He is 3 years old and has lived his whole life in shelters. We can tell he's had a rough life (multiple scars on his face) but he is the sweetest boy and very smart. We're currently teaching him sign language and we're surprised how quickly he's picking it up. He's also attached to my wife at the hip. Will NOT leave her side haha

[mazdadrifter]

I have three rescue pits, the smallest one doesn’t like smaller female dogs, but she has Lyme disease. The other two are so loving and so tolerant to anything!! I love my boy and girls

[eviljoshy]

Our pit bull is a rescue. The first thing we did and by we I mean my dad had "me" do it. We gave him food then as he was eating we took it away. He didn't growl or snap at us. He looked like he was going to cry. That told us this wasn't a bad dog.

[PeggiCollins-xhub]

Have raised Pit Bulls for over 40 yrs. They are friendly and funny!! They will protect chickens.

[Fella]

My baby girl is one of the most playful lovable pups I’ve ever had so easy to train very good with going out to do her thangs 🤗

[jenvankirk]

a DNA test just showed my dog as a pure bred APBT. He's a very chill and happy dude (aside from the zoomies), and he thinks every human is a friend of his.

[kevkev]

We went to the shelter to participate in a doggy day out program a few months ago. We were offered a pit mix for the day. Fast forward and he's an amazing couch potato in his now forever home here.

[bridgetsclama]

My blue girl is the biggest clown dog on the planet. She makes me laugh every day. Best dogs ever!