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It's increasingly common these days to see advertisements for "Blue Nosed Pit Bulls," often accompanied by copy promoting the "special" or "rare" or "valuable" status of these dogs.

Separation anxiety is among the most common reasons dogs wind up in shelters.

Some people question the ethics of anyone who would breed pit bulls when there are so many wonderful, temperament-tested pits waiting in shelters, desperate for a loving home.

In a word: no. Many people THINK they are, and if you ask them for proof, they send you lists of bite statistics and news reports of Pit Bull attacks.

Having a whole passel of canines can certainly contribute extra fun to your life, but it can also add complications.

Like all of us, today's American Pit Bull Terrier is a product of its past.

You've read So You Want a Pit Bull, and you definitely want to grace your home with the joy that is a pit bull.

Of course you do! Pit Bulls make great pets, and there's a lot to love about this breed.

We've mentioned elsewhere why Breed Specific Legislation is a bad idea. It blames dogs instead of their owners and then compounds the problem by focusing on entire breeds instead of individual dogs.