A Spotlight On The Pitbull Awareness Month October

Do you believe pit bulls are dangerously aggressive canines? Are you scared to walk past the house with a pit bull roaming in the backyard?

Whelp, you're not alone, then.

Sadly,  pit bulls are often stigmatized as menacing and hostile dogs. However, this perception is far from reality. These fluff balls are nothing but misunderstood goofy and loyal companions. They are adorable pups who love stealing your heart and attention. If you are unaware of their loving side, National Pit Bull Awareness Month is for you!

History of National Pitbull Awareness Month

National Pit Bull Awareness Day is celebrated on the last Saturday of October every year. It was started in 2007 by Jordi Preis of Bless the Bullys to raise awareness about the bully breed. Bless the Bullys is a Pitbull education group aimed at restoring the positive image of American Pit bulls.

For over a hundred years, bully breeds were considered docile and loyal house pets. Nevertheless, in the 1980s people started breeding pit bulls to become fighting dogs. The stories of these canines being aggressive were told. And this remarkable breed quickly gained a bad reputation.

The ultimate goal of National Pit Bull Awareness Month is to celebrate these pups as wonderful companions. It hopes to educate animal lovers so the number of pit bulls that end up in shelters or euthanization tables can decline.

How Can You Help?

Interested in helping this Pit Bull Awareness Month? Here are some ideas for your inspiration:

• There is an overwhelming majority of Pit Bulls in shelters. You can volunteer to help socialize and exercise a shelter pittie. It will also prepare them to be ready for their forever home!
• People throw around untrue stereotypes about pitties all the time. Educate them about this breed with some factual information.
• Pitbulls can be really friendly and affectionate. They make a great addition to any household. Consider adopting one of these cuddle monsters by heading to your nearest shelter.

Final Words

Pitbulls are amazing fellas who often linger in shelters because folks are afraid to take them home. National Pitbull Awareness Month hopes to dispel the myths surrounding this breed so that every pittie can find the loving home he truly deserves!