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Any dog of any breed can get into an accidental fight. Pit Bulls have been bred to fight differently than other dogs. If you have a Pit Bull, are a dog trainer or rescuer a break stick is a recommended piece of equipment to have on hand, it is probably the quickest, most effective and humane way to open a determined dogs jaw.
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Dog fights are terrifying experiences. Luckily most dog fights are broken up in a matter of minutes. But, in some cases a special tool might be needed to break a fight safely. A break stick is a solid wedge shaped tool that's used to pry open a "bite and hold" dog fight. It's an efficient resource that can be used to "break" the bite of a tenacious, determined Pit Bull, helping to prevent injury to dogs and people. We started making these primarily for pet owners, but they are a suggested tool to keep on hand in case of an emergency for rescue organizations, shelters, and dog trainers or those working with the bully breeds that are in settings where unknown dogs interact.
Pit Bulls have a great love for people, are affectionate and intelligent. They may live amicably among other animals for their entire lives and never experience a fight. However any dog of any breed can get into a fight. Unintentional, accidental dog fights do happen. Even the most well behaved, friendly, docile dog could find itself in a fight. Dog fights are scary events, many people think it will never happen and many times it doesn't, but it only takes one time for it to be a disaster and even scarier than fights is not being able to break them up.
A Pit Bulls instinct is to bite and hold which is very typical of terrier breeds. Pit Bulls have been bred for decades to ignore pain, even though they do feel it. Pit Bulls do not have any special locking jaw, their jaw is the same as any other dog, but what they do have is an enormous amount of determination and tenacity, the true nature of a terrier.
Most dog breeds bite erratically and blindly - snapping, biting and releasing. Pit Bulls tend to bite and hold when fighting. If a dog is biting and releasing a break-stick will not be of any use, but if a dog has a grip on and won’t let go a break-stick can facilitate a break. A break-stick helps give you the leverage to open a determined dogs jaw. (For this reason and for your own safety you should not use a break stick on any other breed of dog).
With Pit Bull breeds, the break stick is one of the quickest and safest ways to break up a fight. Keep calm, straddle your dog, grab the collar with one hand, and insert the break stick in the opening behind the molars and twist like a motorcycle handle. The leverage will cause them to adjust their bite onto the stick allowing you to pull them away so that you can regain control. This is of course much easier with two people, but one person can accomplish this by tying one of the dogs to a stable object if need be.
The first step to any good dog owner is to understand the breed, know the breeds history and the characteristics of the breed. Responsible owners must be vigilant to do what they can to prevent any fights before they start, prevention is key, but they should also be prepared and capable of breaking up an accidental fight, should one happen and to be able to do it as quickly as possible. Any time a Pit Bull gets into a fight, even if started by another dog the Pit Bull will be blamed for it.
Pit Bulls have a great love for people, are affectionate and intelligent. They may live amicably among other animals for their entire lives and never experience a fight. However any dog of any breed can get into a fight. Unintentional, accidental dog fights do happen. Even the most well behaved, friendly, docile dog could find itself in a fight. Dog fights are scary events, many people think it will never happen and many times it doesn't, but it only takes one time for it to be a disaster and even scarier than fights is not being able to break them up.
A Pit Bulls instinct is to bite and hold which is very typical of terrier breeds. Pit Bulls have been bred for decades to ignore pain, even though they do feel it. Pit Bulls do not have any special locking jaw, their jaw is the same as any other dog, but what they do have is an enormous amount of determination and tenacity, the true nature of a terrier.
Most dog breeds bite erratically and blindly - snapping, biting and releasing. Pit Bulls tend to bite and hold when fighting. If a dog is biting and releasing a break-stick will not be of any use, but if a dog has a grip on and won’t let go a break-stick can facilitate a break. A break-stick helps give you the leverage to open a determined dogs jaw. (For this reason and for your own safety you should not use a break stick on any other breed of dog).
With Pit Bull breeds, the break stick is one of the quickest and safest ways to break up a fight. Keep calm, straddle your dog, grab the collar with one hand, and insert the break stick in the opening behind the molars and twist like a motorcycle handle. The leverage will cause them to adjust their bite onto the stick allowing you to pull them away so that you can regain control. This is of course much easier with two people, but one person can accomplish this by tying one of the dogs to a stable object if need be.
The first step to any good dog owner is to understand the breed, know the breeds history and the characteristics of the breed. Responsible owners must be vigilant to do what they can to prevent any fights before they start, prevention is key, but they should also be prepared and capable of breaking up an accidental fight, should one happen and to be able to do it as quickly as possible. Any time a Pit Bull gets into a fight, even if started by another dog the Pit Bull will be blamed for it.
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Dogs are our family and we are their voice. All dog guardians owe it to their dogs to be responsible and attentive, but Pit Bull parents have an even more important roll, to be an advocate for these marvelous, sometimes misunderstood dogs.
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Pit Bull is not a breed, but a slang term or street term for several breeds or mixes of those breeds. American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers and Staffordshire Bull Terriers.
Pit Bulls are fun, affectionate dogs. They have a long and unique history, they are strong, determined, intelligent, most are active, and then some are couch potatoes, ALL are comical, and typically love people. They are though, frequently, misrepresented in the media and misunderstood by the public. No matter how great your dog is, there is a good chance you will at times, encounter people, who, based on breed, the media, or myths will be biased against the breed.
Every dog is different, even within a specific breed. For Pit Bulls some love other dogs, some may only tolerate them, or they may not like them at all. By learning your dog’s personality, what they can handle and what they can not, you can decide what kind of situations are best for them. You can help change public perception by helping them be good dogs and breed ambassadors.
Pit Bulls are fun, affectionate dogs. They have a long and unique history, they are strong, determined, intelligent, most are active, and then some are couch potatoes, ALL are comical, and typically love people. They are though, frequently, misrepresented in the media and misunderstood by the public. No matter how great your dog is, there is a good chance you will at times, encounter people, who, based on breed, the media, or myths will be biased against the breed.
Every dog is different, even within a specific breed. For Pit Bulls some love other dogs, some may only tolerate them, or they may not like them at all. By learning your dog’s personality, what they can handle and what they can not, you can decide what kind of situations are best for them. You can help change public perception by helping them be good dogs and breed ambassadors.
why Pit Bull Hill?
You can be comfortable knowing you are not supporting breeders or dog fighters. Most other vendors found online are breeding kennels. We support rescue efforts through volunteering, advocating and participating. All our personal dogs have been adopted from rescue organizations.
Break Sticks are made in the USA from solid hickory wood. They are made to last and easy to hold with the rounded handle, they include a hanging cord. (cord may be different than pictured). They are NOT cheap, sharp plastic imports.
Break sticks are $30.00 a pair (two sticks) - includes First Class Mail Service typically 3-5 days in the United States - (we try to get them in the mail the day after order) .
Break Sticks are made in the USA from solid hickory wood. They are made to last and easy to hold with the rounded handle, they include a hanging cord. (cord may be different than pictured). They are NOT cheap, sharp plastic imports.
Break sticks are $30.00 a pair (two sticks) - includes First Class Mail Service typically 3-5 days in the United States - (we try to get them in the mail the day after order) .