Not All Pit Bulls Are Created Equal!

I made plans to have dinner with one of my dear friends. We decided to meet at her place for Chinese food & lots of catching up.  When I arrived at her door, I was greeted by her roommate, a 65lb. pit bull name Blue. At first I was a little uncomfortable. Traditionally these animals get a bad rap. They are said to be vicious & can turn on you without notice. But this dog was different. He was calm, sweet, & all he wanted to do was give me kisses. I asked my friend where she got this wonderful animal & she told me she rescued him from a neglectful home. You can tell he is a very happy & grateful dog. This pit bull is no ordinary pit bull. He does not pose a threat to anyone.

Each year thousands of animals are abused & neglected. Blue is one of the lucky ones. Despite a rocky start in life, he now has a mom who loves him, & a very comfortable place to live. He spends his carefree days sleeping on a very cushy pillow, eating his favorite kibble, & playing with a very large chew toy.

Adopting a rescue animal is a wonderful thing to do. When you rescue a dog or cat they never forget it. They become your friend for life. I have owned several, & they are sweet, loyal, & give unconditional love. They make the best pets & will become very special members of any family.  

I learned a very important lesson that day. Not all pit bulls are created equal. If they are trained properly they make wonderful pets.

If you are thinking of adding a furry friend to your family, consider adopting. The shelters are full of animals that need loving homes.

About the author:  Sharon Potts is a Realtor at RE/MAX Legacy. She can be contacted directly through her website at www.spotts.remax-newengland.com