PitbullHero
@pitbullhero.org
Dogs commonly labeled as "pitbulls" were once known as "America's Dog." Our mission is to restore their image and end the stigma that surrounds them.
https://pitbullhero.org
https://pitbullhero.org
Prince George's County, MD, has repealed its 27-year-old ban against dogs labeled as "pitbulls." This is a victory for good dogs, responsible owners, and families in the county who no longer have to live in fear of losing their beloved pets due to an arbitrary, outdated law. 🐶🎉
📸 Fan pic: Ace
📸 Fan pic: Ace
November 19, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Prince George's County, MD, has repealed its 27-year-old ban against dogs labeled as "pitbulls." This is a victory for good dogs, responsible owners, and families in the county who no longer have to live in fear of losing their beloved pets due to an arbitrary, outdated law. 🐶🎉
📸 Fan pic: Ace
📸 Fan pic: Ace
📊 Explore more statistics on dog bites, associated risks, and how dog bites compare to common everyday risks on our Statistics page.
👉 Statistics page: https://loom.ly/T03XU1w
📸 Fan pic: Sage
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
👉 Statistics page: https://loom.ly/T03XU1w
📸 Fan pic: Sage
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
November 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
📊 Explore more statistics on dog bites, associated risks, and how dog bites compare to common everyday risks on our Statistics page.
👉 Statistics page: https://loom.ly/T03XU1w
📸 Fan pic: Sage
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
👉 Statistics page: https://loom.ly/T03XU1w
📸 Fan pic: Sage
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
Pitbulls are often at the center of persistent and harmful misconceptions — especially when it comes to their bites.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/Ob12Suk
📸 Fan pic: Bean
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/Ob12Suk
📸 Fan pic: Bean
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
November 7, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Pitbulls are often at the center of persistent and harmful misconceptions — especially when it comes to their bites.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/Ob12Suk
📸 Fan pic: Bean
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/Ob12Suk
📸 Fan pic: Bean
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
🐶 Meet Millie, Josie, Chance, and Zoe — the newest additions to our Fan Pics gallery!
📸 Got a celebrity pup — or even better, a pup with a great smile, a love for goofy poses, or a talent for being the ultimate couch potato? To submit a photo, use this form: https://loom.ly/m1-G0CU
📸 Got a celebrity pup — or even better, a pup with a great smile, a love for goofy poses, or a talent for being the ultimate couch potato? To submit a photo, use this form: https://loom.ly/m1-G0CU
November 5, 2025 at 2:06 PM
🐶 Meet Millie, Josie, Chance, and Zoe — the newest additions to our Fan Pics gallery!
📸 Got a celebrity pup — or even better, a pup with a great smile, a love for goofy poses, or a talent for being the ultimate couch potato? To submit a photo, use this form: https://loom.ly/m1-G0CU
📸 Got a celebrity pup — or even better, a pup with a great smile, a love for goofy poses, or a talent for being the ultimate couch potato? To submit a photo, use this form: https://loom.ly/m1-G0CU
🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻
According to a nationwide survey, pets prefer treats over tricks — keep pups happy and safe this Halloween! 🐶
📸 Fan pic: Ryker (w/a lion costume added by AI)
#Halloween #TrickOrTreat #HalloweenDogs
According to a nationwide survey, pets prefer treats over tricks — keep pups happy and safe this Halloween! 🐶
📸 Fan pic: Ryker (w/a lion costume added by AI)
#Halloween #TrickOrTreat #HalloweenDogs
October 31, 2025 at 1:07 PM
🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻
According to a nationwide survey, pets prefer treats over tricks — keep pups happy and safe this Halloween! 🐶
📸 Fan pic: Ryker (w/a lion costume added by AI)
#Halloween #TrickOrTreat #HalloweenDogs
According to a nationwide survey, pets prefer treats over tricks — keep pups happy and safe this Halloween! 🐶
📸 Fan pic: Ryker (w/a lion costume added by AI)
#Halloween #TrickOrTreat #HalloweenDogs
Explore facts about dogs labeled as "pitbulls" backed by science and experts on our Key Facts page. 🐶
👉 Key Facts page: https://loom.ly/OzJw-sM
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
👉 Key Facts page: https://loom.ly/OzJw-sM
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
October 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Explore facts about dogs labeled as "pitbulls" backed by science and experts on our Key Facts page. 🐶
👉 Key Facts page: https://loom.ly/OzJw-sM
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
👉 Key Facts page: https://loom.ly/OzJw-sM
#EndBSL #Pitbulls #AdoptDontShop
🎉 Our New Mission Statement:
American Pit Bull Terriers — and dogs commonly labeled as "pitbulls" — were once known as "America's Dog." Our mission is to restore their image and end the stigma that surrounds them. 🇺🇲
Our new website — launching tomorrow. Stay tuned! 🐶🚀
American Pit Bull Terriers — and dogs commonly labeled as "pitbulls" — were once known as "America's Dog." Our mission is to restore their image and end the stigma that surrounds them. 🇺🇲
Our new website — launching tomorrow. Stay tuned! 🐶🚀
October 16, 2025 at 1:04 PM
🎉 Our New Mission Statement:
American Pit Bull Terriers — and dogs commonly labeled as "pitbulls" — were once known as "America's Dog." Our mission is to restore their image and end the stigma that surrounds them. 🇺🇲
Our new website — launching tomorrow. Stay tuned! 🐶🚀
American Pit Bull Terriers — and dogs commonly labeled as "pitbulls" — were once known as "America's Dog." Our mission is to restore their image and end the stigma that surrounds them. 🇺🇲
Our new website — launching tomorrow. Stay tuned! 🐶🚀
Meet Whitney, Ryker, Beignet, Bubba, Timber, Tyla, & Finn — just a few more of the adorable fan pics we received! Our new website is almost done and it'll include all the pup pics. Stay tuned!! 🐶✨
October 3, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Meet Whitney, Ryker, Beignet, Bubba, Timber, Tyla, & Finn — just a few more of the adorable fan pics we received! Our new website is almost done and it'll include all the pup pics. Stay tuned!! 🐶✨
Meet Kemba, Willa, Morty, Sage, Luna, Gopher, & Maple — just a few more of the many adorable fan pics we received! We're running a little behind but working hard to finish our new website, which will feature pup pics. Stay tuned! 🐶✨
September 26, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Meet Kemba, Willa, Morty, Sage, Luna, Gopher, & Maple — just a few more of the many adorable fan pics we received! We're running a little behind but working hard to finish our new website, which will feature pup pics. Stay tuned! 🐶✨
Meet Jerry, Joey, Ms. Frizzle, Grandma Betty, Hank, Mug Root Beer, and Percy — just a few of the 100+ adorable fan pics we received! We're working hard to get them all up on our new website, launching soon. Stay tuned! 🐶✨
September 19, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Meet Jerry, Joey, Ms. Frizzle, Grandma Betty, Hank, Mug Root Beer, and Percy — just a few of the 100+ adorable fan pics we received! We're working hard to get them all up on our new website, launching soon. Stay tuned! 🐶✨
New website launching soon! 🚀
We've been hard at work chasing squirrels, and we're close to launching our brand new website — complete with the adorable doggy pics you submitted. So stay tuned! 🐶📸
We've been hard at work chasing squirrels, and we're close to launching our brand new website — complete with the adorable doggy pics you submitted. So stay tuned! 🐶📸
September 12, 2025 at 1:06 PM
New website launching soon! 🚀
We've been hard at work chasing squirrels, and we're close to launching our brand new website — complete with the adorable doggy pics you submitted. So stay tuned! 🐶📸
We've been hard at work chasing squirrels, and we're close to launching our brand new website — complete with the adorable doggy pics you submitted. So stay tuned! 🐶📸
🐶 Quotes for Dogs
"BSL fails to enhance public safety, has significant costs associated with enforcement, and violates dog owners' property rights."
— National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA)
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/cIZj6Fw
"BSL fails to enhance public safety, has significant costs associated with enforcement, and violates dog owners' property rights."
— National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA)
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/cIZj6Fw
September 5, 2025 at 1:06 PM
🐶 Quotes for Dogs
"BSL fails to enhance public safety, has significant costs associated with enforcement, and violates dog owners' property rights."
— National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA)
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/cIZj6Fw
"BSL fails to enhance public safety, has significant costs associated with enforcement, and violates dog owners' property rights."
— National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA)
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/cIZj6Fw
🎉 Check out our refreshed logo! 🎉
With our updated logo leading the way, we're revamping our entire website. Bold, exciting updates are coming soon—stay tuned! 🐶
With our updated logo leading the way, we're revamping our entire website. Bold, exciting updates are coming soon—stay tuned! 🐶
August 29, 2025 at 1:05 PM
🎉 Check out our refreshed logo! 🎉
With our updated logo leading the way, we're revamping our entire website. Bold, exciting updates are coming soon—stay tuned! 🐶
With our updated logo leading the way, we're revamping our entire website. Bold, exciting updates are coming soon—stay tuned! 🐶
🐶 Quotes for Dogs
"Breed-based policies are based on myths and misinformation, rather than science or credible data."
— The Humane Society of the United States
@humaneworldorg.bsky.social
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/zfLqax0
"Breed-based policies are based on myths and misinformation, rather than science or credible data."
— The Humane Society of the United States
@humaneworldorg.bsky.social
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/zfLqax0
August 22, 2025 at 4:25 PM
🐶 Quotes for Dogs
"Breed-based policies are based on myths and misinformation, rather than science or credible data."
— The Humane Society of the United States
@humaneworldorg.bsky.social
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/zfLqax0
"Breed-based policies are based on myths and misinformation, rather than science or credible data."
— The Humane Society of the United States
@humaneworldorg.bsky.social
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/zfLqax0
Quotes for Dogs 🐶
"Certain breeds might be perceived as being more aggressive ... but there's no such thing as an aggressive nature when it comes to dog breeds."
— Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA | Aggression in Dogs, PetMD
👉 Learn more at PetMD: https://loom.ly/uV8qH4A
"Certain breeds might be perceived as being more aggressive ... but there's no such thing as an aggressive nature when it comes to dog breeds."
— Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA | Aggression in Dogs, PetMD
👉 Learn more at PetMD: https://loom.ly/uV8qH4A
August 8, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Quotes for Dogs 🐶
"Certain breeds might be perceived as being more aggressive ... but there's no such thing as an aggressive nature when it comes to dog breeds."
— Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA | Aggression in Dogs, PetMD
👉 Learn more at PetMD: https://loom.ly/uV8qH4A
"Certain breeds might be perceived as being more aggressive ... but there's no such thing as an aggressive nature when it comes to dog breeds."
— Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA | Aggression in Dogs, PetMD
👉 Learn more at PetMD: https://loom.ly/uV8qH4A
Quotes for dogs 🐶
"The APDT opposes any law that deems a dog as dangerous or vicious based on appearance, breed or phenotype. The only predictor of behavior is behavior."
— The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/SWLILAU
"The APDT opposes any law that deems a dog as dangerous or vicious based on appearance, breed or phenotype. The only predictor of behavior is behavior."
— The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/SWLILAU
August 1, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Quotes for dogs 🐶
"The APDT opposes any law that deems a dog as dangerous or vicious based on appearance, breed or phenotype. The only predictor of behavior is behavior."
— The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/SWLILAU
"The APDT opposes any law that deems a dog as dangerous or vicious based on appearance, breed or phenotype. The only predictor of behavior is behavior."
— The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/SWLILAU
Quotes for dogs 🐶
"Breed-specific bans are a simplistic answer to a far more complex social problem, and they ... divert attention and resources from more effective approaches."
— @avmavets.bsky.social
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/0SqHTx0
"Breed-specific bans are a simplistic answer to a far more complex social problem, and they ... divert attention and resources from more effective approaches."
— @avmavets.bsky.social
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/0SqHTx0
July 25, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Quotes for dogs 🐶
"Breed-specific bans are a simplistic answer to a far more complex social problem, and they ... divert attention and resources from more effective approaches."
— @avmavets.bsky.social
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/0SqHTx0
"Breed-specific bans are a simplistic answer to a far more complex social problem, and they ... divert attention and resources from more effective approaches."
— @avmavets.bsky.social
👉 Learn more: https://loom.ly/0SqHTx0
📊 Need stats to counter unscientific narratives about 'pitbulls'?
👉 On average, 60% of dogs labeled as 'pitbulls' are misidentified.
👉 Over 83 breeds have been reported in fatal attacks since 2016.
👉 Insects cause twice as many fatalities as dogs.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/op1tqKo
👉 On average, 60% of dogs labeled as 'pitbulls' are misidentified.
👉 Over 83 breeds have been reported in fatal attacks since 2016.
👉 Insects cause twice as many fatalities as dogs.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/op1tqKo
July 18, 2025 at 1:06 PM
📊 Need stats to counter unscientific narratives about 'pitbulls'?
👉 On average, 60% of dogs labeled as 'pitbulls' are misidentified.
👉 Over 83 breeds have been reported in fatal attacks since 2016.
👉 Insects cause twice as many fatalities as dogs.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/op1tqKo
👉 On average, 60% of dogs labeled as 'pitbulls' are misidentified.
👉 Over 83 breeds have been reported in fatal attacks since 2016.
👉 Insects cause twice as many fatalities as dogs.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/op1tqKo
What exactly is a 'pitbull'? 🤔
While the American Pit Bull Terrier is the only breed with 'pitbull' in its name, the term is commonly used as an umbrella label for various breeds and mixes that share physical features typical of many bully-type breeds. 🐶ℹ️
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/eMKeSKo
While the American Pit Bull Terrier is the only breed with 'pitbull' in its name, the term is commonly used as an umbrella label for various breeds and mixes that share physical features typical of many bully-type breeds. 🐶ℹ️
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/eMKeSKo
July 11, 2025 at 1:10 PM
What exactly is a 'pitbull'? 🤔
While the American Pit Bull Terrier is the only breed with 'pitbull' in its name, the term is commonly used as an umbrella label for various breeds and mixes that share physical features typical of many bully-type breeds. 🐶ℹ️
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/eMKeSKo
While the American Pit Bull Terrier is the only breed with 'pitbull' in its name, the term is commonly used as an umbrella label for various breeds and mixes that share physical features typical of many bully-type breeds. 🐶ℹ️
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/eMKeSKo
Happy 4th of July, keep pups happy & safe! 🐶🎉
#July4th #PetSafety #Fireworks
#July4th #PetSafety #Fireworks
July 4, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Happy 4th of July, keep pups happy & safe! 🐶🎉
#July4th #PetSafety #Fireworks
#July4th #PetSafety #Fireworks
🐶 You've probably heard us say that 'pitbulls' are great dogs — but don't just take our word for it. 👇
Numerous studies have found that a dog's breed does not determine aggression or bite severity, & that breed-specific legislation (BSL) is ineffective. ℹ️📄
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/B_Ela8o
Numerous studies have found that a dog's breed does not determine aggression or bite severity, & that breed-specific legislation (BSL) is ineffective. ℹ️📄
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/B_Ela8o
June 20, 2025 at 1:06 PM
🐶 You've probably heard us say that 'pitbulls' are great dogs — but don't just take our word for it. 👇
Numerous studies have found that a dog's breed does not determine aggression or bite severity, & that breed-specific legislation (BSL) is ineffective. ℹ️📄
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/B_Ela8o
Numerous studies have found that a dog's breed does not determine aggression or bite severity, & that breed-specific legislation (BSL) is ineffective. ℹ️📄
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/B_Ela8o
🤔 Is there such a thing as a 'good dog' or a 'bad dog'?
No, because all dogs are good dogs. However, the breeds commonly included in the pitbull-type category consistently achieve excellent temperament scores, scoring in the top 20% of all breeds tested. 🐶🏆
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/goHunrg
No, because all dogs are good dogs. However, the breeds commonly included in the pitbull-type category consistently achieve excellent temperament scores, scoring in the top 20% of all breeds tested. 🐶🏆
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/goHunrg
June 6, 2025 at 1:15 PM
🤔 Is there such a thing as a 'good dog' or a 'bad dog'?
No, because all dogs are good dogs. However, the breeds commonly included in the pitbull-type category consistently achieve excellent temperament scores, scoring in the top 20% of all breeds tested. 🐶🏆
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/goHunrg
No, because all dogs are good dogs. However, the breeds commonly included in the pitbull-type category consistently achieve excellent temperament scores, scoring in the top 20% of all breeds tested. 🐶🏆
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/goHunrg
📊 Did you know that on average, 77% of Americans and 96% of veterinarians oppose breed-specific legislation (BSL) that bans specific breeds, such as dogs labeled as 'pitbulls' and other stigmatized breeds?
👉 Read more: loom.ly/pIHZL8M
👉 Read more: loom.ly/pIHZL8M
May 30, 2025 at 2:25 PM
📊 Did you know that on average, 77% of Americans and 96% of veterinarians oppose breed-specific legislation (BSL) that bans specific breeds, such as dogs labeled as 'pitbulls' and other stigmatized breeds?
👉 Read more: loom.ly/pIHZL8M
👉 Read more: loom.ly/pIHZL8M
📸 Last chance to send us your pup pics! 🐶
We're refreshing our website — and we want pics of your pitties! Want your pup to be featured on pitbullinfo.org? Send us your favorite pic using the form below:
👉 pitbullhero.org/submit-picture
We're refreshing our website — and we want pics of your pitties! Want your pup to be featured on pitbullinfo.org? Send us your favorite pic using the form below:
👉 pitbullhero.org/submit-picture
May 23, 2025 at 1:56 PM
📸 Last chance to send us your pup pics! 🐶
We're refreshing our website — and we want pics of your pitties! Want your pup to be featured on pitbullinfo.org? Send us your favorite pic using the form below:
👉 pitbullhero.org/submit-picture
We're refreshing our website — and we want pics of your pitties! Want your pup to be featured on pitbullinfo.org? Send us your favorite pic using the form below:
👉 pitbullhero.org/submit-picture