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Now Teeter’s looking for his.… This week we take a look at Denny. Denny is a brown shepherd-hound mix who was abandoned at the Complex Park in Sikeston. Homes For Sale At Robson Ranch ArizonaDenny is fully grown, but since the previous owners are unknown we can not give a definitive age. Tire Bead Sealer RingThis dog is simply one for the books. Ikea Sofa Bed Ektorp ReviewDenny loves kids and attention! Sugar and spice and everything nice that’s what Imaney is made of. Much like Mary Poppins, Imaney was found on top a home living near a chimney after her mother abandoned her. This female grey and black tabby has had a hard life, however it hasn’t stopped her from playing and cuddling against anyone… All animals are unique, but few can express themselves like Mayzie can.

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We invite you to come see for yourself! Contact us so we can set something up!Missouri cities and counties with breed-specific laws. Learn more about breed-specific legislation in our BSL FAQ. Please report updates to this page here:The American Pit Bull Terrier and Pit Bull mixes are frequently available for adoption at PAWS. In fact some Pit Bulls and mixes of the breed often account for 20 percent or more of the dogs available for adoption at area shelters. Many embody the best qualities of our favorite canine friends – lovable, loyal, eager to learn, friendly and great with families. Unfortunately, they are often overlooked by potential adopters because of misconceptions about the breed. PAWS staff work diligently to dispel the most common myths and answer important questions potential adopters should consider before adding a Pit Bull Terrier or mix to their home. Adopters are encouraged to ask lots of questions and do research online with organizations that deal specifically with Pit Bulls and their mixes.

Answer: The Pit Bull Rescue Central Network explains: "Pit Bull" is not a breed. It's a generic term often used to describe all dogs with similar traits and characteristics known to the public as Pit Bulls. When we use the term Pit Bull here, it should be understood to encompass American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, and Staffordshire Bull Terriers as well as dogs who are mixes of these breeds. All dog breeds were created by humans to emphasize desirable traits. In general, Pit Bulls were raised to be very people friendly and form strong bonds with their families. They were designed to have lots of energy and be athletically built which means they require lots of exercise and usually excel at activities like agility and fly ball. Answer: A well-socialized Pit Bull is likely to earn the nickname "social butterfly" as he/she seeks attention from anyone and everyone. Nearly all of these dogs enjoy getting out, visiting with your friends, family and even most people they don't know.

All dogs, no matter the breed, need to be socialized and have confidence in their guardian in order to feel the most comfortable in new situations, especially when meeting new people. Pit Bulls are no different – just like any other dog they need guidance from their person and will require proper training. Answer: Any breed of dog can be pushed to defend himself, and some dogs easily escalate from playing to fighting behavior. Bad Rap, a leading Pit Bull awareness and adoption group in the San Francisco Bay Area, reminds us that, "As in many breeds, dog tolerance levels can range from very dog social to very dog aggressive. Most Pit Bulls fall somewhere in between. Even with the big help of socialization and obedience training, this confident breed can be pushed to fight if sufficiently challenged by another dog." PAWS evaluates each Pit Bull we place to gain insight into his tolerance level with other dogs and to identify the dog's play style. While the shelter setting is different from what an adopted dog will be exposed to after going home, adopters can use these insights to better understand what kind of dog friends their new companion would be best suited to play with as dog buddies.

PAWS adoption advisors also discuss proper dog-to-dog introduction techniques to assist with that step in their on-going socialization. Answer: There are people who've had bad experiences with Pit Bulls or Pit Bull-type dogs, and it can be challenging to help them and others understand that your new dog is an individual and should not be categorized with all other dogs. During the pre-adoption counseling, PAWS asks adopters to think about what it will mean to be an ambassador for a breed that has often been misunderstood and in many cases abused. Ambassadors will ensure their dog is well-mannered, obedience trained, spayed or neutered (which is included with adoption at PAWS), wears identification, avoids off-leash dog parks, and understands the nature and characteristics of the breed and general dog behavior. Answer: While it is important to properly exercise all dogs and keep them well-socialized, off-leash parks are not good environments for Pit Bulls. While off-leash parks have many benefits for dogs, being surrounded by other dogs who are off-leash and have unknown behaviors and play styles can be asking too much of many dogs, not just Pit Bulls.