"Courageous, full of energy, and known for their intelligence and loyalty American Pit Bull Terriers make excellent, loving and protective companions despite the unfair press they receive. The APBT is a supremely athletic, highly versatile, adaptive, gushingly affectionate, eager-to-please, all-around family dog. Historically bred to excel in combat with other dogs, a well-bred APBT has a rock-steady temperament and, contrary to popular belief, is NOT inherently aggressive towards humans. In jurisdictions where breed-specific legislation threatens ownership of American Pit Bull Terriers, owners are often advised by their peers to refer to their Pit Bulls, Pit Bull crosses, or even "pit bull looking" dogs as 'Staffys' or 'Amstaffs', which may be exempt from such regulations. This is not true, as the pit bull sensationalism sweeps over the US where our beloved breed resides. Over breeding and back yard breeding from individuals who know nothing about genetics of the breed cause the Animal Rights Activists to hate our breed, by developing unsound and imperfect dogs!Choose from a responsible breeder and make sure the puppy is properly socialized and handled. Solid training will produce a tranquil, good, obedient, companion dog."
http://caninecoalition.com/dog-breeds/American-Pit-Bull-Terrier
http://www.the-bulldog.com