Prejudice
the result of pit bulls being associated with negative stereotypes
they are less likely to get adopted in shelters than other breeds
*Hint*
Job relating to kids
Nanny kids at home
Where can Pit bulls be dated back to in origin?
the UK
when is pit bull awareness month
October
When was the name "Nanny Dog" given to Pit Bulls
Early 1900's
A downside for people who have pit bulls
they may be discriminated against when it comes to housing, travel, and insurance
*Hint*
herding what
livestock
When can they be dated as far back to in origin?
Early 1800s
What's the intent of Pit Bull Awareness Month?
To bring more positivity and awareness to this breed
What was the starting point and destination of Bud's car ride
San Francisco to New York
The rate in which pit bull bites are in the headlines of news?
(percentage)
68%
*Hint*
What they are known for
dog fights
When did Pit Bulls get Brough to the US?
shortly after the civil war
When was Pit Bull Awareness Month Created
2007
What is a nickname Bud had
The dog with the circle around his eye
What breeds are often grouped together in the pit bull breed?
American Pit bull Terrier, American Bully, Staffordshire bull terrier, and American Staffordshire Terrier
*Hint*
Retrieve what
birds
List three jobs they were used for
hunting
fighting in battle
dog fights
Nanny
Gaurd
retrieving birds
What act did Congress amend?
Animal Welfare Act of 1966
How often are dog bites in headlines when they are not a Pit Bull?
(percentage)
8%
How often are dogs wrongfully mistaken for a pit bull?
(percentage)
60%
*Hint*
used in what
Battles, like WWI and WWII
What did they become
national Mascot
When did Congress amend Animal Welfare Act of 1966
1976
How many battles did Sergeant Stubby fight in the front lines of
17