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About Pit Bull Terrier Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The American Pit Bull Terrier, developed in the United States and United Kingdom from bulldog and terrier crosses, was historically bred for farm work, vermin control, and unfortunately bull baiting and dog fighting, later becoming a beloved family companion. Recognized in the AKC Foundation Stock Service, this muscular medium sized breed stands 17-21 inches tall and weighs 30-60 pounds, with a short, smooth, stiff coat in many colors requiring only weekly brushing and routine nail, ear, and dental care. Loyal, confident, and affectionate, they are eager to please and thrive on vigorous daily exercise and close family bonds. Health concerns include hip dysplasia, skin allergies, cruciate ligament injuries, hypothyroidism, heart disease, and cataracts.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Pit Bull Terrier dogs are known for: Loyal, Strong, Affectionate, Eager to Please, Confident.
- Loyal
- Strong
- Affectionate
- Eager to Please
- Confident
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Other dogs: may need careful introductions; not always dog friendly.
- Cats: strong prey drive may make cohabitation with cats challenging.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, allergies (skin), knee ligament injuries, hypothyroidism, heart disease, cataracts
When researching Pit Bull Terrier breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Pit Bull Terrier Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Pit Bull Terrier breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
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Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Pit Bull Terrier appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.