Site Map

About the Author - A webpage about the site author

About This Website - Details about Happy Pit Bull's evolution

Adoption Myths - Commonly held myths about pit bull adoption, and the facts

Aggression - Brief summary of types of aggression displayed by dogs, and a more in-depth explanation of dog-aggression and management

Blogs by Pit Bull Owners - Blogs written by pit bull owners

Breed-Specific Legislation - Currently a link to Happy Pit Bull's sister site, Stop BSL

Code of Conduct - Basic rules of conduct for all dog owners to live by

Collars - Guide to different types of collars and leash-walking tools, and their advantages / disadvantages

Containment - Guide to different types of containment for unsupervised dogs, including fences, tethers, kennels, indoors, outdoors, and doggy daycare, and their advantages / disadvantages

Discussion Boards for Pit Bull Fanciers - Online discussion boards and mailing lists for pit bull fanciers, owners, and supporters to network

Dozer - A webpage about the site author's dog Dozer

Essays - Writings about pit bulls

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Felanie - A webpage about the site author's dog Felanie

Felanie and Dozer - A shared webpage featuring Felanie and Dozer

Fight the Stereotype - What the pit bull / pit bull owner stereotype is and how to combat it

Generalizations, Stereotypes, and Reality - Discussion about how generalizations can be helpful and harmful when talking about dogs

Glossary of Terms - List of commonly-used terms that may not be familiar to the average dog owner or reader

Homepage - Main page with introduction to the site

How to Fight the Stereotype - How discrimination occurs, and how to combat it

Is A Pit Bull Right For Me? - Things to consider before getting a pit bull

Links - Links to other websites for more information

Meetup Groups - List of meetup groups for pit bull owners to network

Multi-dog Households - Things to consider before adding a second dog, steps to take while choosing and adding a second dog, and what to do if things aren't working out between dogs

Myths and Facts About Pit Bulls - List of myths and facts about pit bulls

Nature/Genetics and Nurture/Environment: Temperament and Behavior - Discussion about how nature (genetics) and nurture (environment) interact to produce a dog's temperament and behavior

Overpopulation: A Big Problem - Explains why breeding and buying pit bulls is a really bad idea

Paws Down - List of individuals who have publicly done damage to the pit bull's image

Paws Up - List of individuals who have publicly helped the pit bull's image

Pit Bull / Pit Bull Owner Stereotype - Describes the pit bull / pit bull owner stereotype; this page is meant as an introduction to the page "How to Fight the Stereotype"

Politicians Who Hate Pit Bulls - List of politicians who have introduced breed-specific legislation and/or who have publicly invoked the pit bull stereotype

Purebred, Papered, Pedigreed, Registered... What Does It All Mean? - A guide for people who are trying to understand show dog terms

Role Models - Heroic or model pit bulls

Shopping - List of stores that offer pit bull merchandise that shows pit bulls in a positive light and / or supports pit bull rescue and / or fights BSL with purchase proceeds

Side-by-Side Comparison of Physically Conforming and Non-Conforming American Pit Bull Terriers - Photos and details comparing two types of "pit bulls," meant to flow from the page "What Is A Pit Bull?" as a visual aid for readers

So You Think You Want a Pit Bull - A list of relevant site pages to view if one is considering adding a pit bull to their family

Spaying and Neutering - Why spaying / neutering is important, and how to find a low-cost spay/neuter clinic

Sports and Other Activities - A list of things you can do with your dog, and links for more information

Training, Socializing, and Managing - Comprehensive list of links for common behavior issues, and a list of professional canine behavior and training associations so you can find a professional in your area

Trust - Explains the limits of the word "trust" when used to describe a dog-human relationship

What Is A Pit Bull? - Analyzes the word "pit bull" and its many meanings

Where to Get a Pit Bull - List of pit bull-specific rescues across the U.S.