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Pit bull–type dogs have long been misunderstood due to myths, misidentification, and outdated stereotypes. Modern temperament testing shows they rank among the most affectionate and stable breeds.

Animal: Onyx, 3-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier Mix, #963571. Where: San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus, 5500 Gaines St. Hours: Interested adopters can visit the campuses to adopt from 10 ...

Most people don’t start with a neutral view of pit bulls. What they’ve heard over the years, from news stories to local policies and even cases where dogs were wrongly identified, tends to shape that ...