American Pit bull Terrier

The American Temperament Test Society which tests all breeds to get baseline averages for breeds released their numbers placing the pit bull above the general dog population.  Pit bulls averaged 83.9% while the general dog population averaged 77%.  The test which looks for aggression, avoidance, fear and panic is taken from a self selective population, meaning only those who are willing to pay the fee to have their dog tested will participate.  However, the majority of people who will pay to test their dogs could fit into the good owner category indicating that the base natur

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If you are buying an American Pit Bull Terrier puppy you should make sure that your breeder has tested the parents and puppy for potential congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. illnesses.  The breeder should be able to provide you with the test results for both the parents and any results for puppies being sold.   Each test has different criteria and different types of results so you may want to review the results with a veterinarian if the breeder is unable to answer your questions on the results to your satisfaction.   By taking the time to discuss testing results you will be avoidi

These are the most common inherited illnesses in Pit bulls.  Pit bulls can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding Pit bulls, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring.