There are kennels that specialize in raising breeds of American Pit Bull Terriers and American Staffordshire Terriers all over the country. At these kennels, Pit Bulls are cared for, nourished and trained so that they can be sold to affectionate owners for a price. These kennels also rehabilitate stray and abandoned Pit Bulls and sell them to people.
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Pit Bull kennels have a mix of male and female adult dogs. These dogs are bred to produce litters, whenever the dog population is to be increased. Dogs may be bred for particular traits such as colors and other features so that they command a higher price in the market. However, this may not always be the case.
Kennel owners take care to provide favorable and hygienic facilities for their dogs. Dogs are treated for heartworm and infestation by fleas and ticks. They are under constant veterinarian care. Pit Bulls are susceptible to a lyme disease, which can be treated at the kennel. Dogs are fed nutritious dog food, which also gives them strength. And before selling the puppies, the dogs are vaccinated, neutered and disinfected. Kennels also undertake the responsibility of training the dogs until it is purchased. Buying a Pit Bull from a kennel most often assures a healthy and trained dog.
Kennels also accommodate rescued Pit Bulls. There are several Pit Bulls that have been rendered homeless now due to the reported spate of mauling incidents. There are also stray Pit Bulls. These uncared for dogs become more aggressive and more life-threatening. Kennels not only rehabilitate them but also give them the tender loving care and the training to make these dogs more confident.
Owners of dog kennels won't sell their dogs to just anyone. They sometimes insist on visiting the home of the buyer before selling the dog to them. It helps if the buyer was a previous Pit Bull owner or if knows a bit about the breed. Reputed kennel owners are very cautious of selling their raised dogs and they never sell dogs without papers. In most cases, the bloodlines and the lineages of the dogs are well-documented and given to the buyer along with the papers.
Booking of Pit Bulls from kennels usually takes place online. People may book a Pit Bull puppy even before its mother has littered. Such advance bookings are actually appreciated by kennel owners.
Pit Bull owners who love their pets obviously want to do what is best for them. They want them to have the best care possible and be happy. Part of providing the best care comes with providing the best nutrition. All of the different types of dog food produced can make deciding what is best difficult for owners. There are many selections that are very healthy and nutritional, while others are very unhealthy with little to no nutritional value. The most nutritional foods seem to be those offered by the larger companies, in part, because they routinely test for food quality and nutritional worth.
Out of all the different types of food available, dry food tends to be the least pricey. Many owners prefer dry food because they have several dogs and it costs significantly less to feed them. The quality and nutrition of dry food varies dependent on the manufacturer. One advantage to dry food is that it can be purchased in large quantities and stored for quite some time, allowing the owner to avoid trips to the store. Being able to store the food also helps the wallet, if you purchase it in bulk when it is on sale. Dry food also is easier to prepare for your dog, as all you do is pour it into a bowl. It also doesn't smell bad, which is a plus for owners of indoor dogs. Storing dry foods for long periods of time may affect the nutritional worth of the food.
The semi-moist dog foods are usually made up of about twenty five American bully with huge muscles percent water and meat products, making them very popular with most dogs, however, they are not very good for the dog's teeth as they tend to be very high in sugar content. They are also high in preservatives and additives, which most owners would prefer to avoid. Semi moist food is usually the most expensive food to purchase. As with the dry food, it all varies with each manufacturer; ingredients, nutrition, quality, taste, are all different from brand to brand.
Canned foods win the popularity bonus hands down. Canned foods offer a full meal in one can, which is often convenient for pet owners. They usually are made from animal by products, and contain more moisture than other dog foods. They often contain the least preservatives, and are the easiest food for dogs to digest. Purchasing canned food can be expensive, especially if your dog eats a lot, or if you have several to feed.
As with buying any food, it is always recommended to read the labels, so that you know what the ingredients are. You don't have to buy the most expensive food for it to be nutritional; you just need to be a smart shopper. It is important not to feed your Pit Bull too much, and to make sure he gets a lot of exercise. If you are still confused about the type of food that would be best, your veterinarian should be able to help.