Bart is a 3 year old Neutered Pit Bull Terrier. I am such a calm and relaxed boy. I love affection and love to give you affection! I am good with other dogs and am looking for a home that will commit to walking me daily.  9/5/07 Update: Bart was adopted to a wonderful forever family on 9/28/07

Simba is a 1 ½ yr old Neutered Male Pit Bull Terrier. I am a very nice, sweet, affectionate boy! I am young and very full of energy! I would require calm assertive discipline, daily walks, and plenty of playtime with me! I am good with other dogs and I am looking for a home without cats or children 12 yrs or younger (because I have lots of energy). . 6/27/07 Update: Simba was adopted to a wonderful forever family on 10/12/07

	Joanie is a 2 year old Spayed Female Pit Bull Terrier. I am the sweetest girl around! I love affection and have soooo much to give to you! I am smart and a very pretty girl too! I've got it all. I love to play with other dogs and I'm good with cats too! 9/8/07 Update: Joanie was adopted to a wonderful forever family on 11/30/07
	Sophie is a 1 year old Spayed Female Pit Bull Terrier. How can you resist a face like mine? I am such a sweetie! Please adopt me! I am a petite little gal. I love to show you affection and I love to play with you. 9/20/07 Update: Sophie was adopted to a wonderful forever family on 2/22/08
	Amigo is a 3 month old Pit Bull Terrier Puppy. Oh My! I am a great little boy! You should see how happy and fun I am! Stop in today to see me! Update: Amigo was adopted to a wonderful forever family on 2/26/08

Testimonials from past Pit Bull Terrier Adopters'.

Monster Myths
Who's afraid of the Big Bad Pit Bulls? Well, LOTS of people no thanks in part to some very damaging myths, the deeds of unscrupulous breeders/owners and the hyped up media coverage that has been plaguing this breed for years.

myth (mith) n. 1.an invented story, fictitious person, etc. 2.a belief or set of beliefs, often unproven or false, that have accrued around a person, phenomena or institution.

Aren't Pit Bulls MEAN and VICIOUS?

No more vicious than golden retrievers, beagles or other popular dogs! In a recent study of 122 dog breeds by the American Temperament Testing Society (ATTS), pit bulls achieved a passing rate of 83.9%. That's as good or better than beagles ... 78.2%, and golden retrievers ... 83.2%.

Don't Pit Bulls have LOCKING JAWS?
No. A pit bull's ability to "lock on" with it's jaws is one WHOPPER of a myth that refuses to let go!

Don't pit bulls have to be TRAINED TO FIGHT?
NO! Pit bulls are terriers, and terriers tend to be scrappy with other animals if unsocialized, poorly managed or otherwise left to their own devices.  OURS ARE GREAT DOG FRIENDLY DOGS!

Don't SCARS on a pit bull always mean that he "has been fought"?
No. Many dogs that show up with scars in local shelters are assumed to "have been fought". This is an unfair judgment call. A pit bull can show up with scars for many different reasons. They're bold, active creatures and can get into all sorts of adventures (and misadventures).

Should adopters avoid pit bulls with UNKNOWN HISTORIES and unknown lineage?
WCHS believes that a pit bull with an unknown history should be judged by his temperament (We temperament test every dog on our adoption floor thoroughly!). Putting a rescued pit bull through many different kinds of "tests" in many different situations and settings helps us learn about the ins and outs of each pit bull we take in. Becoming well acquainted with a rescued animal helps to match each dog to the home best suited for his personality.

Are pit bulls unpredictable around CHILDREN?
Pit bulls have enjoyed a long history as favorite children's companions and family pets. When well socialized and properly raised, they're the perfect breed to tolerate the rough and tumble play that kids can dish out. Pit bulls tend to be drawn to the joyful optimism of children and love to meet them with tails awaggin'! Some dogs may not be suitable with young children because they could knock them down in their exuberance. Common sense dictates that children should be taught how to properly interact with dogs (of EVERY breed) and should never be left alone with a dog unsupervised.