The American Pit Bull Terrier is a descendent from the English Pit Bull Terrier, a breed that goes back to the 1800s when it was used for bear and bull baiting. When bear and bull baiting was banned, dog fighting replaced the sport, and Bull Terriers were used to fight. These dogs were originally bred to be strong, brave, tenacious, and aggressive. More @Wikipedia
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