faq
Is it true a pit bull is uncontrollable around other dogs and pets?
It is true the Pit Bull is naturally a dominant dog, but without doubt they can coexist peacefully with other dogs and animals. We have a cat that roams freely among our house dogs with no bother. It does take time and socialization to achieve this but evidently can be done. When a Pit Bull is confronted by another dog, there is always the possibility of conflict. This is true with all breeds. Dogs are pack animals and will naturally form a pecking order. It is the owners responsibility to ensure that the he/she is recognized as the pack leader. You will find that once this is established you will not have a problem controlling the animals within your household.
Does the pit bull have a locking jaw?
While it is true the Pit Bull has a tremendous amount of strength it does not have a unique locking mechanism in it’s jaw. The anatomy of a Pit Bull’s jaw is no different than that of any other canine. Although the Pit Bull will do things with much more determination and drive than other breeds, when it grasps an object it can release it instantly if so inclined.
What does “red, red nose” mean?
The first “red” refers to the coat color and is nearly any shade of fawn. The “red nose” refers to the color of the nose and is a copper-colored nose shown by all pure members of the Old Family Red Nose line.
What is line bred?
Line bred means that the same family of dogs has been bred together. The pedigree will have several of the same dogs. This assures that the dogs have a better chance of being uniform in color, temperament, bone structure, etc.
What does it mean to say a dog is “game”?
The gameness of a dog is the characteristic of not quitting or giving up regardless of the situation even if the dogs well being is in jeopardy. A dog may exhibit gameness toward any task it is asked to perform. Gameness does not refer solely to the willingness to fight but rather the desire to finish and succeed at any given task. This may be weight pulling, search and rescue, tracking, spring pole, protection work, or just a simple game of tug of war.
What is the A.D.B.A.?
A.D.B.A stands for American Dog Breeders Association. The American Dog Breeders Association Inc. is the largest registration office of the American Pit Bull Terrier. If you purchase a puppy from Anchor Chain Kennels you will receive papers to register your dog with the A.D.B.A. & U.K.C.
What is the U.K.C.?
U.K.C. stands for United Kennel Club. It is the second largest registry in the United States. It sponsors the A.P.B.T. which was the first breed it recognized. If you purchase a puppy from Anchor Chain Kennels you will receive papers to register your dog with the U.K.C. & A.D.B.A.
What is dual registered?
It means that a dog is recognized by two registries as is the case with the dogs at Anchor Chain Kennels.
What is a catch dog?
A catch dog is most commonly used for catching wild boar. Not surprisingly, the A.P.B.T. is very successful in this work.
What does purple ribbon bred mean?
A term used by the U.K.C. to identify dogs whose ancestors have been with the registry for at least three generations.
What is a springpole?
A springpole is usually a rope or cable tied to a heavy spring suspended in the air with hide or burlap attached to the end. It is most commonly used for exercising the dog. The dog grips the item attached to the end trying to pull it down. The springpole is also a good measure of a dogs determination and drive.
What is Brucellosis?
Brucellosis is a disease of the reproductive tract which may cause abortion in females, infection of the sexual organs in males, and infertility in both sexes. It is caused by a bacteria of which there are several different types, the bacteria that infects dogs specifically is called Brucella canis. It is spread by contact with the semen or vaginal discharge of an infected dog or bitch (most commonly during mating), by contact with mammary secretions and aborted puppies, and can also possibly be spread by contact with urine or other body secretions. It can be contagious to humans, in whom it causes flu-like symptoms.
It is true the Pit Bull is naturally a dominant dog, but without doubt they can coexist peacefully with other dogs and animals. We have a cat that roams freely among our house dogs with no bother. It does take time and socialization to achieve this but evidently can be done. When a Pit Bull is confronted by another dog, there is always the possibility of conflict. This is true with all breeds. Dogs are pack animals and will naturally form a pecking order. It is the owners responsibility to ensure that the he/she is recognized as the pack leader. You will find that once this is established you will not have a problem controlling the animals within your household.
Does the pit bull have a locking jaw?
While it is true the Pit Bull has a tremendous amount of strength it does not have a unique locking mechanism in it’s jaw. The anatomy of a Pit Bull’s jaw is no different than that of any other canine. Although the Pit Bull will do things with much more determination and drive than other breeds, when it grasps an object it can release it instantly if so inclined.
What does “red, red nose” mean?
The first “red” refers to the coat color and is nearly any shade of fawn. The “red nose” refers to the color of the nose and is a copper-colored nose shown by all pure members of the Old Family Red Nose line.
What is line bred?
Line bred means that the same family of dogs has been bred together. The pedigree will have several of the same dogs. This assures that the dogs have a better chance of being uniform in color, temperament, bone structure, etc.
What does it mean to say a dog is “game”?
The gameness of a dog is the characteristic of not quitting or giving up regardless of the situation even if the dogs well being is in jeopardy. A dog may exhibit gameness toward any task it is asked to perform. Gameness does not refer solely to the willingness to fight but rather the desire to finish and succeed at any given task. This may be weight pulling, search and rescue, tracking, spring pole, protection work, or just a simple game of tug of war.
What is the A.D.B.A.?
A.D.B.A stands for American Dog Breeders Association. The American Dog Breeders Association Inc. is the largest registration office of the American Pit Bull Terrier. If you purchase a puppy from Anchor Chain Kennels you will receive papers to register your dog with the A.D.B.A. & U.K.C.
What is the U.K.C.?
U.K.C. stands for United Kennel Club. It is the second largest registry in the United States. It sponsors the A.P.B.T. which was the first breed it recognized. If you purchase a puppy from Anchor Chain Kennels you will receive papers to register your dog with the U.K.C. & A.D.B.A.
What is dual registered?
It means that a dog is recognized by two registries as is the case with the dogs at Anchor Chain Kennels.
What is a catch dog?
A catch dog is most commonly used for catching wild boar. Not surprisingly, the A.P.B.T. is very successful in this work.
What does purple ribbon bred mean?
A term used by the U.K.C. to identify dogs whose ancestors have been with the registry for at least three generations.
What is a springpole?
A springpole is usually a rope or cable tied to a heavy spring suspended in the air with hide or burlap attached to the end. It is most commonly used for exercising the dog. The dog grips the item attached to the end trying to pull it down. The springpole is also a good measure of a dogs determination and drive.
What is Brucellosis?
Brucellosis is a disease of the reproductive tract which may cause abortion in females, infection of the sexual organs in males, and infertility in both sexes. It is caused by a bacteria of which there are several different types, the bacteria that infects dogs specifically is called Brucella canis. It is spread by contact with the semen or vaginal discharge of an infected dog or bitch (most commonly during mating), by contact with mammary secretions and aborted puppies, and can also possibly be spread by contact with urine or other body secretions. It can be contagious to humans, in whom it causes flu-like symptoms.