•What is a "pit bull"?

•Pit bull myths and facts

•The pit bull (over)population problem

•Obtaining a pit bull

•Ownership issues

•Photo album

•Aggression

•Breed-specific legislation

•Dog bites / Dog safety

•Friends and enemies

•How you can help

•Positive pit bull stories

•FAQs

•Bookstore

•Merchandise for pit bull lovers

•Toys

•Links

•About the author

•Felanie and Dozer

Site Map

Pages listed in alphabetical order.

About the Author - detailing the author's credentials and some personal thoughts

Aggression - information about aggression, what to expect, how to manage dog-aggression (aggression toward other dogs)

Bookstore - an online store for buying books on: pit bulls, dog behavior, training, and various social issues that pit bull owners face

Combating the Pit Bull Owner Stereotype - observations about the public stereotype of the pit bull owner, including quotes from authorities invoking the stereotype, and how to combat the stereotype

Disclaimer - website disclaimer

Dozer's Page - a page about the site author's dog Dozer

Felanie's Page - a page about the site author's dog Felanie

Felanie and Dozer - a page describing the site author's two dogs and how they interact

Food and Food Puzzles - brief explanation about feeding (types of food, amount, when and how) and the benefits of food puzzles

Frequently Asked Questions - the most frequently asked questions that the author receives via email

Friends and Enemies - the names of people or organizations who are notably helpful or hateful toward pit bulls

Homepage - the main page for www.happypitbull.com

How You Can Help - a list of things you can do to help pit bulls

Is A Pit Bull Right For Me? - a list of qualities that a potential pit bull owner should have, problems that potential owners must be prepared for

Links - a list of important links to related websites for more information on pit bulls

Merchandise - various online stores where one can obtain merchandise for pit bulls and pit bull fans. Many stores' proceeds benefit pit bull rescue.

Myths and Facts - a list of popular myths about pit bulls, countered by factual information

Myths about Obtaining a Pit Bull - a list of popular myths about pit bull purchase and adoption

Obtaining a Pit Bull - links to information about why, where, and how to get a pit bull

Overpopulation Problem, The - explanation of the pit bull overpopulation, why it exists, what can be done about it

Photo Album - photos of pit bulls, pit mixes, and "possibly-pits" provided by site visitors

Pit Bull Owner's Code of Conduct, The - a list of the most important things every responsible pit bull owner must do

Shelter: How to Contain Your Dog When You Can't Supervise - lengthy and detailed discussion about the benefits and drawbacks of various methods of canine containment, including kennels, fences, chains and tie-downs, crates, and more. Separated into "appropriate" and "inappropriate" methods of containment. Also includes information about general legal requirements and the importance of identification (collar tags, microchipping).

Spay / Neuter Information - info on spaying or neutering your pet, why it is important, low-cost speuter resources

Training, Socializing, and Dealing with Misbehavior - list of links, separated by type of behavior problem. Includes links to national canine behavior organizations and their certified trainers.

Dog Toys - list of dog toys separated into categories based on how "tough" they are (site author's dog has put most of the toys to the test)

What is a Pit Bull? - attempts to define what "pit bull" means in a social, legal, historical, and literal sense

Where to Get A Pit Bull - where to adopt a pet pit bull, why to avoid buying a pet pit bull