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Were American Pit Bull Terriers originally bred specifically as fighting dogs?

Posted - June 1, 2019
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  • 7280
    Yes, according to Google.
      June 1, 2019 11:41 PM MDT
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  • 10052
    Originally bred for 'bull-baiting'. Despicable, as is any 'sport' that exploits and harms animals. 

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bull-baiting
      June 2, 2019 10:16 AM MDT
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  • Yes, the partially recognized breed was bred for dog fighting  from English breeds that were used for bull and bear baiting.  
      June 2, 2019 1:32 PM MDT
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