Have you ever seen a pit bull in real life? Pit bulls can be very dangerous due to their size, strength, and determination. They have very strong jaws. Due to this, victims say when they grab on, they won't let go. These types of animals were made to have a killing instinct and a killer bite. This is why people shouldn't be allowed to have pit bulls as pets.
One reason people shouldn't be allowed to have pit bulls as pets is because they can be very aggressive towards people. According to Merritt Clifton on TIME, "Pit bulls make up only 6% of the dog population, but they’re responsible for 68% of dog attacks and 52% of dog-related deaths since 1982." This evidence shows that pit bulls are very aggressive, especially towards people. It also shows that they aren't just
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According to H K9, "Some have been selectively bred for their fighting prowess. Even today, people take the most aggressive pup from a litter and breed it to a proven fighting dog, creating a litter of naturally aggressive pups. Oftentimes, this can lead to aggression issues no matter how much you socialize your dog. Usually it’s animal aggression, but occasionally they have turned on their owners or neighbors." As you can see, pit bulls are made to be fighting dogs. This is another great reason why pit bulls shouldn't be pets. However, others claim that pit bulls are great for people who are not as physical as they should be. According to Lenexa Vet, "Pit bulls like action. Pit bulls are a very athletic breed. They make great workout companions and crave being walked often. You can even make your pit bull your running buddy. It’s the perfect breed for anyone who is looking to exercise more, although they don’t obsess about it." Pit bulls would be great to have as a pet if you don't get enough exercise for yourself. On the other hand, the benefit of exercise doesn't outweigh the big risk of you getting