The tradition of hunting pigs with dogs can be traced back to early America when settlers and farmers commonly free-ranged their livestock. In order to distinguish ownership of their livestock, ...

Love big dogs? Here are some of the strongest breeds you may know, such as the loyal German shepherd or the happy Saint ...

Forming stereotypes about people and animals can have devastating consequences. The York County SPCA is hoping to educate people and win some adoptions for often overlooked dogs during Pit Bull ...

The York County SPCA is hosting events in October for Pit Bull Awareness Month to combat negative stereotypes. Pit bull-type dogs are the most common dogs found in shelters, including the York County ...

Animal: Blackberry, 5-year-old female American pit bull terrier mix, No. 948830. Where: San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus, 5500 Gaines St. Hours: Interested adopters can visit the campuses ...

Some dog breeds have negative stereotypes attached to them that aren't accurate. Rottweilers and Pit Bulls are often seen as potentially overprotective with a fierce disposition. Yet most parents of ...

Pit bulls are one of the most misunderstood dog breeds. Because of their history in dog fighting rings, many unfairly label them as aggressive, overlooking the truth: these dogs are affectionate, ...

CHICAGO (WGN) — The Chicago Police Department’s Marine Unit extended its mission of keeping city waters safe to an unexpected resident this weekend. On Saturday, a boater spotted a pit bull terrier ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — A pit bull was thrown off a second-floor balcony while trying to protect a 15-year-old girl from a man Monday, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said. The incident ...