After the controversial ban of pit bulls in Montreal, Canada, the debate about whether or not pit bulls are a safe breed to own is still up in the air. As a girl who has owned pits for her entire life, I'm here to tell you that there has been no other dog I have loved more than I loved my pit. Here's a few reasons that pit bulls make the ideal pet:

1. They smile

Nothing is better than coming home and smiling at your dog, just to have them smile back at you! They always have a huge smile, tongue hanging out and their tail is always wagging. If you're having a bad day, their goofy grin is always sure to cheer you up.

2. They love to sleep (and cuddle!)

When you adopt a pit bull, you constantly have a companion that craves attention and love (or as my family calls it, "a snuggle boy/girl"). You'll never have to sleep alone--in fact, your pit will probably take up a huge part of the bed. They definitely don't realize how big they are.

3. They are great with people

One of the main concerns that people have about pit bulls is that they'll hurt their children. I'm here to put those worries to bed. If you meet a pit bull that is raised by a loving family, they're the sweetest and most loving dogs. The media gives this breed a bad rap, but they're even great with babies (young children should be taught how interact with animals, and should be supervised with any dog/cat/or other animal). Contrary to popular belief, they don't always make the best guard dogs because they are just so people-oriented.

4. They are loyal to their owners

Pit bulls will be you and your family's best friend from the minute you bring them home, to the minute they pass away. While they don't always make the best guard dogs, if they see you are in immediate danger, they may get involved. Their eagerness to please their owners is what makes them the ideal pet.

5. They love to play

Pit bulls have a ton of energy (which contributes to their bad reputation). If you've always wanted a dog you could take to the park and play endless games of fetch with, pit bulls are definitely the breed for you! Nothing is more entertaining than letting your dog out in your backyard and watching them run in circles with that big goofy grin on their adorable face.