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Chapter Two History and Heritage of the APBT

The APBT is not American in lineage, and it has not always been called by this name. Some other terrier breeds considered the word “bull” as their private property. Some others argued that the breed is not even a terrier and really should be called a “bulldog.” One of the largest dog registries in the world could not abide the word “pit” in the breed’s name, so they renamed the breed and accepted their creation into membership

The history and heritage of the APBT spans most of this millennium. The excellent APBT of today is descended from some of the most powerful canines ever known. To begin to understand this breed, it is necessary to start with some of the key elements that were brought together, honed in battle and bloodshed, refocused, and then shaped into the American Pit Bull Terrier.