Dogwise is proud to announce that the national canine research council have made their publications available for download on dogwise. Breeders like to entice less knowledgeable buyers with using words like rare or new color to make the buyer think they are getting either the up and coming fad or something truly special worth. The blue pitbull or the american pitbull terriers are good pets, worthy protectors and great companions. They were traditionally used for driving cattle along by nipping at their heelshence the name. Pit bulls are a robust and healthy breed of dog in general, which directly helps them live longer. Colby, 1997, first edition hard cover out of print book, 192 pages. The history of the pit bull can be traced back to the early 1800s in the united kingdom.
Many blue pitbull dog breeders with puppies for sale also offer a health guarantee. Oct 09, 2008 merle as never apperd in a supposedly purebred apbt until recently. Merle is a genetic pattern that can be in a dogs coat. The color can range in hue from a light grayblue shade to a dark charcoal color. Blue merle pit bull the definitive guide to the breed. I was just wondering if anyone knows why they claim that merle pit. The truth about the american pit bull terrier richard stratton, 1991, large hard cover book, 320 pages, out of print. As many of you will already know, pitbulls have a history of being used as fighting dogs, through their use by various armies throughout history as well as more recent uses in blood sports, which has led to them having an oftenmisplaced reputation as aggressive and violent dogs. Feb 11, 2014 gotti is a 100 pound blue merle pitbull omg he is beautiful. American pit bull terrier books worth reading i have read dozens of pit bull books and watched just as many dvds since i first got involved with the breed. A blue pitbull is an american pitbull terrier with a bluecolored coat.
My only complaint is that its very similar to strattons other books. I am not a dog fighter but i do study the breed extensively and i feel stratton does give you a good history and back ground on dog fighting and the apbt. American pit bull terrier network merle and the pit bull. The apbt standard and the recent emergence of the merle pattern in the breed. History of the merle american pit bull terrier while some people like to try and down play the existence of merle in the purebred pit bulls history this is futile, insincere and selfish as it has been historically documented since the inception of the breeds first official recognition as a breed. American pitbulls come in numerous colors ranging from tri, blue, fawn, white, and black. This book details the history of the breed and the origins of todays pit bull. I am not a dog fighter but i do study the breed extensively and i feel stratton does give you a good history and back ground on dog fighting and. See more ideas about pitbulls, pitbull terrier and dogs. Here is the fourth book by stratton, and it is a fine read like all his books.
A high percentage of double merle puppies have vision or hearing deficiencies. Its pretty annoying though to think of all the people this guy and those like him are fooling. We hope that having these publications available on dogwise helps spread the valuable research of the ncrc. Pitbull puppies big pups xl blue xxl blue pitbulls. Originally published in 1936, this book is extremely rare in its early editions. The american pit bull terrier apbt is a purebred dog breed recognized by the united kennel club and american dog breeders association, but not the american kennel club akc. So red merle, blue merle, my merle, your merle it is up to you to decide if the merle pit bull is right for you.
I was just wondering if anyone knows why they claim that merle pit bulls and blue eye pit bulls are not purebred. Sure, you can look it up in merriamwebster and come away with an idea of the breed, but this definition is condemnatory. These pups possess a good bloodline and would carry on anything you ask them to do. Merle, blue now considered a fault, silver, are all quite easy to find. This is photographically documented in louis colbys book colbys book of the american pit bull terrier as the very first pit bull illustrated in the book under the name goldie documented to the year 1922 on page 3. American pit bull registry merle pit bull pictures. A blue pitbull is an american pitbull terrier with a blue colored coat. Some are black, others white, fawn, blue and tri colors. Most of all, the american pit bull terrier continues to be, as it has always been, a great family dog and beloved companion. Pitbull history is often misrepresented and skewed towards the common misconceptions of the breed. Merle is a dominate gene meaning if a dog has one gene for merle it is merle.
While the pit bull does indeed possess a feisty and spirited character, the history of the breed reveals a much more complex tapestry of temperament. Harold blue character in the childrens book, harold and the purple crayon andorian blue alien on star trek. Occasionally a merle does not show is coloring called a cryptic merle, but the breed has been around too long for visable merles to just now be showing up. A pitbull freestyle landed on lil jons platinumselling kings of crunk album in 2002, and the rappers oye track appeared on the 2 fast 2 furious soundtrack in 2003. The american pit bull terrier is a wonderful dog, wellknown for its intelligence, strength, and loyalty. If you dont see the book that interests you, then feel free to use our quick book search tool below. The recent appearance of merle patterned apbts and a couple breeders specializing in the new and rare color pattern has stirred up a controversy in the apbt community. The expression should reflect intelligence and alertness. This is kne of the best books on the pitbull controversy that i have read. American pit bull terrier sporty and intelligent, american pit bull terriers one of the topranked breeds in the united kennel club, can be wonderful yet often misunderstood companions. Blue pit bull and the apbt breed history this blue nose pitbull shows an excellent muscle tone and displays great workability. I just got a merle pit bull puppy with blue eyes and i was doing a little research about them online and i found alot of different opinions about the validity of its breed. American bullys and pitbulls come in a variety or colors. Pitbull grew up in miami and was raised only by his mother as his parents got divorce when he was just a kid.
Check out the history and reason as to why the merles are banned from other registrys lol. Bronwen dickeys book is a history of pit bulls and our changing preconceptions of them. The blue color of the coat is a recessive genetic trait called a dilution of the color black. Other pitbull pictures we carry are those of brindle, black, chocolate, white, various shades of brown including fawn and buckskin and the ever prevalent but loveable moo moo patterns. Below you will find many books specific to the american pit bull terrier. At the american pitbull registry we are lucky to have many merle pits registered and are able to provide several pictures of pitbulls with merle genetics. Some blue pitbull puppies for sale may be shipped worldwide and include crate and veterinarian checkup.
Breeders were trying to get a dog with a bluegrey coat, and the nose color was accidental. Merle pitbulls are very unique and as of late have been under unfair scrutiny by some in the registration industry. About the adba merle color pattern policy the position of the american dog breeders association inc. For sale from hamerican pit bull terrier history pitbull stories umboldt pit bulls for the cover of american pit bull terrier history pitbull stories their 2003 pit bull gazette red nose pit bull puppies for sale in humboldt county california with woods, sorrells, garners american pit bull terrier history pitbull stories and crenshaw. Adopt damu a merle american pitbull terrier mixed dog in dallas, tx 28288404 spayedneutered. Gotti is a 100 pound blue merle pitbull omg he is beautiful. Many prolific and wellknown dog men in the history of the pit bull including john colby himself kept and bred merle pit bulls.
A great companion animal for humans, the pit bull wasnt always viewed through the mediacreated bogeyman lenses of today. We have spent a lifetime collecting material on this noble breed. Colbys book of the american pit bull terrier louis b. Find blue and merle pit bull terrier puppiess from a breeder near you. Ready to take it all the way to the top, pitbull unleashed his debut fulllength, m. When compared with the english staffordshire bull terrier, the american pit bull. One of the best things about this book is the pictures. Im pretty sure you can, seems there are new ones popping up all over the place. If material depicting dogfighting history is offensive to you do not order these historical materials from our web site.
Merle as never apperd in a supposedly purebred apbt until recently. It covers a broad spectrum of breed fanciers and breed haters and how tnis breed type went from being loved by so many to being hated and feared. You may click on any of the book titles in order to view more detailed information on the specific book selected. Below you will find a list of books i enjoyed and recommend to other pit bull owners. Pit bulls were originally bred from old english bulldogs these dogs are similar in appearance to todays american bulldog who gained their popularity on the british isles in a cruel blood sport known as bull baiting. A 2007 study tracked blue heelers and other cattle dogs engaged in mustering sessions lasting four hours or more in temperatures of up to 38 degrees celsius. Its also free to list your available puppies and litters on our site.
The color can range in hue from a light gray blue shade to a dark charcoal color. As many of you will already know, pitbulls have a history of being used as fighting dogs, through their use by various armies throughout history as well as more recent uses in blood sports, which has led to them having an oftenmisplaced reputation as. Jan 25, 2011 i just got a merle pit bull puppy with blue eyes and i was doing a little research about them online and i found alot of different opinions about the validity of its breed. Finding the right blue pitbull puppy can be dog gone hard work. American pit bull terrier books all about the history of. Max blue and amber merle pitbull puppies born youtube. Adba american pit bull terrier merle color pattern policy. Merle represents a uniform solid base coat with patches and spots splotches covering it.
History of the merle american pit bull terrier while some people like to try and down play the existence of merle in the purebred pit bulls history this is futile, insincere and selfish as it has been historically documented since the inception of. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. With thousands of blue pitbull puppies for sale and hundreds of blue pitbull dog breeders, youre sure to find the perfect blue pitbull puppy. Read the american pit bull terrier history of fighting dogs series by joseph l. This book documents over 100 years of the colby familys legendary line of pit bulls which from the 19th century have been one of the respected bloodlines in pit bull history. The extent of the pattern may vary from a heavy merle pattern or. The american pit bull terrier history of fighting dogs. Merle american pit bull terriers are medium chested, medium boned, clearly defined, well muscled athletic dogs with large wedge shaped heads. May 16, 2016 about the adba merle color pattern policy the position of the american dog breeders association inc. Blue nose pit bulls are usually either american staffordshire terriers or american pitbull terriers. Specifically this particular line of the breed dating back well over 100 years. The majority of pit bulls love to please their owners and participate in dog sports such as weight pulling, protection work, schutzhund, dock jumping, as well as work with spring polls. Books on the history of the american pit bull terrier. Like all of us, todays american pit bull terrier is a product of its past.
Pit bull is a blanket term for several types of bull terriers. Puppyfind provides a convenient and efficient means of selecting and purchasing the perfect blue pitbull puppy or blue pitbull puppies from the comfort of your home, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A pit bull named popsicle holds the texas record for biggest drug bust, having sniffed out 3000 lbs of cocaine. This is a professionally printed volume not a cheap photo copy printed on high quality paper and bound with a glossy cover it is 220 pages. All of our puppies are registered with either akc, ukc, abkc, bbcr, or usbr. Blue heeler a complete guide to the australian cattle dog. In this section you will find pictures of merle pitbulls. By dispelling the myth, dickey has taken the first step towards the breed being understood. I like this book because it shows the rich history of the american pit bull terrier. The pit bulls reputation as a tough dog is examined, as well as its work in pet therapy and its role as a household pet. May 09, 20 merle pitbull pitbull merle puppies for sale.
A homozygous or mm dog carrying two copies of the merle gene, often called a double merle or a homozygous merle, will be a mostly white dog. Merle american pit bull terrier olde bulldogge breed. Find merle pit bull terrier puppies and dogs from a breeder near you. Breeders were trying to get a dog with a blue grey coat, and the nose color was accidental.
Another color which seems to be newer choice on the color wheel is called merle. There are two general types of colored patches that will appear in a merle coat. American pit bull registry merle pit bull information. Merle comes in different colors and patterns and can affect all coat colors. Pit and pal 1927 1928 1929 this is a new reprint of 20 complete issues printed in 1927 1928 1929 which was when this rare hard to find magazine was started. Jan 08, 2017 american pitbulls come in numerous colors ranging from tri, blue, fawn, white, and black. Properly bred and trained, apbts are loving, responsive, and outgoing. A breed that most people consider being medium to large in size, blue merle pit bulls, almost have the longevity of a small breed dog.
Animals that do not present the merle phenotype may possess the merle genotype and subsequently produce merle offspring. At the american pit bull registry apbr we love all pits and will strive to insure the legacy of all lines are represented and preserved in history. I would like to know if there is a registry worthy in your opnion to register a merle pitbull. The blue pitbull pups are in high demand although the others with fawn colors and red nose are still good to look at. You can expect the average lifespan of your blue merle pit bull to be 12 to 15 years.
They small to large all range in size from possessing great strength, enthusiasm and confidence. Pitbull history welcome to pitbull history website. This pattern is most common in australian shepherds, but it can be seen in great danes, chihuahuas, catahoula leopard dogs, and other breeds. Blue moon a full moon that appears bluish in color checkers. This unfair scrutiny is similar to that which the old family red nose faced in the past but has now overcome to be one of the most in demand lines. A pitbull starred in the buster brown comic strips and appeared in the logo for buster brown childrens shoes. The merle gene creates mottled patches of color in a solid or piebald coat, blue or oddcolored eyes, and can affect skin pigment as well. The merle gene has existed in the history of adba registered dogs, but breeders who used the dogs for their historic genetic task, found there were genetic flaws with dogs that have this color pattern. Apr 02, 2019 the australian cattle dog is a tough breed both mentally and physically. The pattern can be seen in chocolate, black, red, and blue.
In recent years, the breed has been unfairly villanized as overly aggressive and dangerous. The truth is, there is not an actual definition for the term pitbull. May 10, 2016 a pitbull starred in the buster brown comic strips and appeared in the logo for buster brown childrens shoes. In your opinion what are some of your must have pitbull apbt books. Ultimate blue pitbulls pitbull puppies for sale american.