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Title: Pit Bulls For Dummies® by D. Caroline Coile ISBN: 0-7645-5291-0 Publisher: For Dummies Pub. Date: March, 2001 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $16.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.75 (4 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Readers won't be Dummies anymore
Comment: This is a refreshingly accurate book compared to all the ones that seem to be written by dummies and filled with old wive's tales. It is a great book for pitbull owners.
I don't know what the earlier reviewer is talking about. I looked through my copy and found none of the problems mentioned. Maybe he is confusing it with another book?
Rating: 2
Summary: Dummies should not own Pit Bulls.
Comment: I think this book has one of the scariest titles I've yet seen in the '...for Dummies' line. To sum up quickly, anyone who would consider themselves a "dummy" on American Pit Bull Terriers, or other Bully breeds, should not even consider owning one.
The book itself does its part to combat the myths and incorrect stereo-types surrounding Pit Bull Terriers and other Bully breeds, but a good deal of the information is incorrect. Its clear the author has not had much direct experience with Pit Bull Terriers. There are references made to certain characteristics of the breed that have nothing to do with the quality of the line as the author would have you believe. Plus, the author lumps other breeds (such as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bull Terriers) as being Pit Bulls, despite the different lineages and standards between them. The only dog that can properly be referred to with the term "pitbull" is the American Pit Bull Terrier and none of the other Bully breeds. If you are writing a book on a subject you should understand your subject matter.
It was obvious the author was familiar with other breeds and how to relate to them, but treating an APBT in the same manner as you would a Golden Retriever will get you one disobediant APBT. The book does state that Bully breeds may not be for everyone and require a certain type of owner, but I think that the author's lack of work with Pit Bulls and the Bully breeds mentioned shows in the writing. These dogs are remarkably headstrong when they want to be. Being stubborn is almost second nature and this turns many would-be owners into giving up their Pit Bulls to shelters. They require determined, consistent owners who can not only be firm when dealing with the dog but deal with the ignorance of others in regards to their new friend.
The book was not all bad. The author was correct in showing the warm personalities of Pit Bulls and other Bully breeds. I think for PR purposes the book did a great job in trying to clear up some of the nonsense surrounding Pit Bulls. And as most of those holding to the ignorant rhetoric and outrageous "facts" about these dogs could be summed up as "dummies," maybe the book will do good in reaching that part of the population.
As having dealt with American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and Bulldogs for the good portion of my life I can tell you with experience how truly wonderful these breeds are and can be. Though if you are interested in any Bully breed it is important you do your homework! Know what you are getting into by reading books from experienced authors and actually going to speak with breeders and fanciers. Do not read only one book and do not visit only one breeder. The information you find in this book you'll find in others and not be confused by some of the misinformation it has.
Rating: 5
Summary: The most "user friendly" instruction manual you can choose
Comment: Pit Bulls are often misunderstood by the general public as being a threatening, violent, hazardous, uncontrollable canine breed. The truth is that the Pit Bull is affectionate, pleasant-natured animal that can make a wonderful family pet and reliable canine companion if trained correctly. Pit Bulls For Dummies covers every aspect ranging from choosing the right Pit Bull, socializing the new puppy, maintaining good health and diet, exercise, dealing with common behavioral problems, and much more. If you have a Pit Bull or are contemplating acquiring one, the Pit Bulls For Dummies is the most "user friendly" instruction manual you can choose to insure a happy, safe and satisfying relationship for both owner and dog.
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Title: The American Pit Bull Terrier Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks) by Joe Stahlkuppe ISBN: 0764112333 Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Pub. Date: July, 2000 List Price(USD): $11.95 |
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Title: How to Train Your American Pit Bull Terrier by Liz Palika ISBN: 0793836638 Publisher: TFH Publications Pub. Date: January, 2000 List Price(USD): $9.95 |
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Title: The Essential Pit Bull by Ian Dunbar ISBN: 1582450226 Publisher: Howell Book House Pub. Date: April, 1999 List Price(USD): $7.95 |
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Title: Guide to Owning a Pit Bull Terrier: Puppy Care, Grooming, Training, History, Health, Breed Standard (Re Series) by J. D. Pierce ISBN: 0793818664 Publisher: TFH Publications Pub. Date: December, 1997 List Price(USD): $7.95 |
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Title: American Pit Bull Terriers/American Staffordshire Terriers: Everything About Purchase, Housing, Care, Nutrition, and Health Care (Complete Pet Owner's Manual) by Joe Stahlkuppe, Michele Earle-Bridges ISBN: 0764110527 Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Pub. Date: September, 2000 List Price(USD): $7.95 |
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