WHY does anybody want to own a pit-bull terrier

This is a "Loaded" question. and you are going to get some "Loaded" responses...

there are the people that belive its the owners, then there are the poeple that are out there that think its genetics... this is going to cause some people to be mad and give you some hateful answers...and some great answers, but ulyimately it will be up to you to find the answer as best answer..

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SO, WHAT IS THE PROPER PIT BULL TEMPERAMENT?

As with all breeds, the Pit Bull has positive and negative traits in their temperament. Their breed history has led to a dog unlike any other in the history of purebred dogs. What can you expect from an APBT? First and foremost, memorize the following: THE GOLDEN RULE OF PIT BULL OWNERSHIP- NEVER TRUST YOUR PIT BULL NOT TO FIGHT!! This breed is descended from pit dogs one way or another, and, given the right circumstances, most Pit Bulls will fight and against any other breed, they will win (you really don't want to see that!). Scared yet? You should be. Remember, as the owner of a Pit Bull everything you or your dog do will affect all members of the breed and their families. Pit Bull owners have to be extra vigilant 24/7, period. You need to be receptive, have strong leadership, and be able to read canine body language to recognize signs of tension between housemates. You need to be prepared to separate the dogs if tensions develop. You need to know when your dog may become aggressive and you need to have control of your dog under any circumstances.