American Pit Bull Terrier Puppy Dog Care Information

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American Pit Bull Terrier puppy dog

American Pit Bull Terrier Health Information:

The American Pit Bull Terrier is one of the healthier purebred dog breeds. The breed suffers from very few health conditions, and these can be avoided by purchasing a puppy from a responsible breeder who carefully screens their breeding dogs for health issues prior to breeding.

Health problems which can affect the American Pit Bull Terrier include:

* Hip Dysplasia
* Cataracts
* Cancer Tumours

American Pit Bull Terrier Exercise Information:

American Pit Bull Terriers thrive on plenty of daily exercise and human love and attention. Not the breed for couch potatoes, Pit Bulls ideally should live with active families who enjoy the outdoors.

Pit Bulls do extremely well in many dog sports, including agility, obedience, flyball, frisbee and more.

American Pit Bull Terrier Grooming Needs:

Brushing is pretty much the only grooming requirement for the American Pit Bull Terrier. The short, glossy coat requires minimal grooming; a good weekly brushing will do the trick, and keep your Pit Bull looking his best.