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pit bull terrier |
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pit bull terrieror Staffordshire terrierDog breed developed in 19th-century Britain for fighting other dogs in pits. It was created by crossing the bulldog (which at the time was longer-legged and more agile) with a terrier, possibly the fox terrier. Once known by such names as bull-and-terrier and half-and-half, the pit bull is a stocky, muscular, unusually strong dog with powerful jaws, standing 17–19 in. (43–48 cm) tall and weighing 30–50 lb (14–23 kg). Its stiff, short coat may be any colour, solid or variegated. See also bull terrier. pit bull terrier a dog resembling the Staffordshire bull terrier but somewhat larger: developed for dog-fighting; it is not recognized by kennel clubs and is regarded as dangerous. It is not allowed in some countries, including the UK How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Opening its lid, he discovered his two missing pit bull terriers - Rex and Princess - apparent victims of a dogfight. Animal control officers removed two pit bull terriers belonging to the Pecones that were being held in Weitz's garage; one of the animals required sedation before it could be put into the truck. Northridge resident Paulette Jolliffe of Canine Rescue Network found a home for Charlie, a pit bull terrier rescued from South Central Los Angeles. |
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