The woe of being labeled a pit bull
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Human perceptions may harm a dog's outcome if it is mislabeled as a pit bull at an animal shelter, according to a new study from Arizona State University.
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In defense of the pit bull
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Labeling Dogs 'Pit Bulls' Keeps Them in Shelters: Study
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UF study finds pit bulls at shelters frequently mislabeled
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American Pit Bull Terrier - Wikipedia
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UF study finds pit bulls at shelters frequently mislabeled
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Chart: America's Most Dangerous Dog Breeds
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15 Dog Breeds Like the Pit Bull Terrier - PetHelpful
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Pit bull, Description, Temperament, Breeds, & Facts
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American Pitbull Terrier - Top 10 Facts