A lot of families have pets, and the majority of which tend to be dogs, but rarely do they choose to adopt the Pit-bull breed. Many people are concerned about the numerous stereotypes that are associated with this breed. It is so upsetting that people allow these horrible stereotypes to alter what they think of these beautiful animals. To the people that think these stereotypes are true, I am here to prove otherwise.

Pit-bulls are viscous.

Here it is: the number one stereotype for Pit-bulls is that they are vicious animals. This statement could not be anymore false. They are sweet, loving, and caring dogs. All they want is approval and good attention from their owners. They see themselves as part of your family, and they WILL attempt to sit in your lap as though they aren't a thousand pounds. When my brother was two-years old he stuck his entire first down my uncle's 80 pound pit-bull's throat. I can promise you that the dog felt a severe level of discomfort, but he did not react in any way whatsoever. This dog was not familiar with my brother, but he still chose not to react in a viscous way. This stereotype is beyond ridiculous.

They are natural fighters.

Before some cruel person decided to start using pit-bulls as fighting dogs, they were actually known as the perfect family dog. Instead of being bred for fighting they were bred for protection. They were left alone with children on a daily basis to insure that the children would remain safe. These precious dogs soon acquired the nickname, "nanny dogs." So naturally, no, they are not fighters. They are what you train them to be just like any dog breed. Pit-bulls are not to be fought, nor should any other dog be bred for such cruelty.

They are not safe in family environments.

Many parent's first reaction to seeing a pit-bull is to quickly pull their child away in fear that the dog is going to attack them; however, if the dog were a lab, the reaction would not be the same. Although it is responsible to always be cautious around ANY breed of dog, just because the dog is a pit-bull does not mean that it needs to be treated any differently. Pit-bulls are loving and affectionate animals. As I mentioned in the point above, they were originally used as babysitters for the children.

They don't like other dogs.

There are in fact certain cases where if you rescue a dog, he/she may not get along with other dogs because of bad past experiences. It's not about any 'instincts,' these dogs have to attack other animals. It is truthfully all about how you raise them. This can be said for any breed of dog, and really any house pet. I have a four month old and 8 pound puppy who repeatedly day after day jumps on top of and irritates my pit-bull, but she never reacts negatively.

If you raise a puppy right and introduce new animals to it at a young age there will not be a problem with aggression towards other dogs.

They are the most aggressive and dangerous breed of dog.

As I currently write this, my forty-pound pit is laying in my lap trying to pull my attention away from this article, so that I can love on her. If that doesn't prove the statement above incorrect, then I don't know what will. Pit-bulls are such loving creatures, and there are actually many other dog breeds that are far more aggressive than my pits could ever be.

They turn on their owners.

The only thing a pit-bull turns is their tail - at a million miles per minute. These loyal and affectionate dogs want nothing more than their owner's love and attention. They thrive on their owner's approval, and they never want to disappoint them. Unless the dog is being cruelly abused and tortured, it will remain loyal; however, it is all living creature's instincts to protect itself when facing abuse.