Myth: pit bulls that were trained to fight can’t be rehabilitated

As I said before, every human and animal behavior is learned, and of course, can be unlearned. So, if you thought that pit bulls that were once trained to fight can’t be rehabilitated you are totally wrong. Even though these poor and innocent dog breeds were socialized to fight decades ago, it doesn’t mean that they can’t be resocialized. 

However, according to animal experts, all dog breeds that were famous on dog fighting rings or that have suffered traumatic events and act aggressively to protect themselves can actually be trained to act normally and peacefully. So, that being said, if you choose to visit an animal shelter, you will see a lot of unadopted pit bulls that will risk being euthanized because people avoid them, as they think that adult dogs can’t be trained to behave friendly. Yet, it’s important to understand that they can be retrained and are constantly resocialized in animal shelters. In fact, dogs weren’t trained to attack humans, but to fight with other dogs. 

Myth: they can’t feel pain

There are many people who believe that pit bulls are soulless monsters but have you ever seen a living creature feel no pain? This is one of the most ridiculous myths about pit bulls, to be honest. However, just like any other dog, pit bulls can actually have a sense of pain, can love and form bonds with other pets and people as well. 

If you choose to adopt a pit bull, they may not be able to protect you from ‘haters’ who have a wrong impression about pit bulls and will discriminate against you for adopting one, but your pet will certainly be able to give you all the love in the world and a lifelong friendship. Don’t forget that people who aren’t able to understand other creatures, will always judge and discriminate against others.