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Not really. While they have been used, especially as drug sniffing dogs, they tend to be too people friendly and very easily distracted. Being people friendly is dangerous in thosecareers as the dog might give away yourpositionby going to greet the enemy, whining, and wiggling.
However, many have been put threwrigoroustraining and some peoplespecializein breeding Staffordshires specifically for military or police work. It is not entirely uncommon to find a pitbull working in such fields, but they aren't usually the first choice.
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When were pitbull police dogs?
I have seen many photos of police dogs being pit bulls. They have been serving the police since the late 1800's.
Is the American pitbull terrier a banned dog in the UK pitbull terriers are banned under the dangerous dogs act1991?
Four breeds banned by dangerous dogs act 1991 ; The Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 bans the breeding and sale or exchange of four kinds of dog - pit bull terriers, Japanese Tosas, Dogo Argentinos and Fila Brasileiros
Do female American pitbull terriers mark their territory like males do?
Only wild dogs mark territory. Dogs don't have to because their territory is defined by a fence or walls.
Are most dogs still used in war currently?
Yes, Isreal, Turkey and The United States are a few of those who still use them. The United States use American Pitbull Terriers, German Shepards, Labs and Golden Retrievers in Afghanistan right now. They are used as Bomb sniffing dogs, K9 Police and IED detection dogs.
What jobs do dogs undertake when working with the police?
The jobs that do dogs undertake when working with the police is Military Working Dog Handler.They are trained police officers with a fashion for working with dogs.
Should pitbull terriers be banned?
It depends what type of dog it is as in the way it behaves by the way it is the owners fault not the dogs! the dogs are breed to be like that. sooo yeah! Thats my awesome answer for only awesome people to read!!
Why does your gator mouth pitbull attack your American pitbull?
Because pitbulls are terriers, and all terriers are naturally dog-aggressive. Whether it's a Boston Terrier, or a Jack Russell, or a pit, they almost all have issues with other dogs. Obviously this is a spectrum, where some are more tolerant than others. Terriers tend to be less dog-aggressive as puppies, with many becoming less tolerant as they mature (especially if you don't spay/neuter!).
What the first pit bulls look like?
Many breeds get confused with American Pitbull Terriers, Stafidshire terriers, american bulldogs, cane corsos, canry dogs, brazillian mastiffs etc usually anything large muscular and available in brindle most people are very ignorant when it comes to identifying dog breeds
What is the rat terriers phylum?
Chordata. Rat Terriers are dogs, dogs are mammals, mammals are chordates. :)
Why are military dogs so aggressive?
The military dogs were trained to be aggressive when the police or military people made them attack criminals or robbers. When military dogs attack people everyday, they easily get angry and start getting vicious.
What two animals make a pitbull dog?
A pitbull is a breed of dog. They are known for being one of the more violent breeds of dog. There are three types of pitbull, the American Pitbull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
What does a American pitbull terrier eat?
Any reputable dog food for energetic dogs.
