Shortywood Productions - Pit Boss

Shorty is a former actor and entertainer who has pulled together his closest friends in attempts to saving the dogs who just don't have a chance. Shortywoods Productions, not only works to place entertainers in acting positions, but they deal with Pit Bulls who need saving.

Shorty and his friends work at rescuing dogs who are in bad situations, retraining them, and rehoming them. There have been several episodes that I've seen Shorty and his friends work on training fun tricks so that the dogs could potentially be stars on the big screen.

Shorty not only rehomes needy Pit Bulls, but he has his own. His love for Pits started after his incarceration when he snuck Geisha out of the animal shelter on the day she was supposed to be euthanized. Geisha is working dog who not only aids Shorty, but visits nursing homes, schools, and charity events. Shorty, also, decided to keep Hercules after almost adopting him to a family in 2004.

Shorty Rossi may be a small man, but he has a HUGE heart for these dogs that aren't normally given a chance. These dogs, like Shorty, have a bad rap but are nothing but softies deep down.

Pit Bull Weight Pull Video

Hawaii's Strongest Pit Bull Competition

Bull-Boxer Pit

Although the name isn't the coolest or most inventive in the world, the Bull-Boxer Pit is a pretty cute dog. No two Bull-Boxers look alike, and no two should be considered a new fancy breed. These are solely mix breed dogs with a fancy name.

Description: The Bull-Boxer is a large dog breed that will have various coat colors, tail placement, facial structure, and coat length. Overall, these dogs should have a strong-built body with a barrel-like chest. For the most part, the coat will be short, but this can vary, and as for the color, the options are wide and varied. You may see tan, white, black, brindle, red, as well as tan/white, black/white, brindle/white, etc.

Temperament: Given that this is a mix between a pit bull and a boxer, or really a boxer and any bulldog (you may see these as just bull-boxer dogs without the 'pit'), you'll never have a general temperament. All one can do is guestimate on the temperament of this mix based on the temperaments of the breeds that make it. You will find that these dogs will remain in a puppy-stage for about 2 years, give or take. They do enjoy human and animal company and socialization.

Height: On average, males and females, may range from 16-27 inches.

Weight: Females and males may weigh between 35-75 pounds

Lifespan: The average lifespan is between 10-13 years.

Lifestyle: Apartment or home with/without a yard will be sufficient, as long as daily exercise is provided. But, you will find that these dogs can be fairly active, so a yard is more beneficial.

Health: Heart disease, skin cancer, sunburn, and obesity can be potential concerns, as well as hip dysplasia, which are typical health concerns for boxers and bullies.

Registered Kennels: Bull-Boxer Pits can be registered dogs, but they will always be a mix breed. The American Canine Hybrid Club (ACHC), Designer Dogs Kennel Club (DDKC), Dog Registry of America, Inc (DRA), International Designer Canine Registry (idcr), and the Designer Breed Registry (DBR), will register a 50/50 boxer/pit bull.

If you're interested in owning and raising a bull-boxer pit, you'll want to check out your local kenels and shelters.

Using Sunscreen on Your Dog

You may or may not realize it, but white dogs and dogs with thin coats actually need a little sunscreen. Dogs can get burnt just like you can, so if you have a white bulldog, pit bull, or other breed of dog, you may want to invest in dog sunscreen.

Epi Pet is a sun screen for dogs. This spray will block damaging UVA and UVB rays that can cause skin cancer. Epi Pet sunscreen for dogs is FDA approved, and no other pet sunscreen product can claim that. The spray is light and is not oily, and the best part is that it doesn't smell bad, as it has a light vanilla fragrance. The spray does not emit any CFCs or other environmentally toxic chemicals. It is waterproof, and you'll find that about 94% of veterinarian dermatologists will recommend this product.

You'll want to use a sun screen when you know that your dog will be outside in the sun for several hours. The sunscreen really can help reduce the risk of sunburn, melanomas and other malignant skin tumors, sarcomas, and mass cell tumors. 

It's most important to use for short hair dogs, dogs with white or light colored fur, dogs with pink skin, and hairless dogs. If you shave your dog or if your dog spends the majority of his time outside, you'll want to use sunscreen. Also consider using a pet sunscreen if your dog's breed is prone to skin tumors, such as Boxers, Dobermans, Bulldogs, Pit Bulls, Bull Terriors, Bichons, Poodles, and Schnauzers. If you take your dog camping, hiking, swimming, or on other outdoor events, consider sunscreen!

Your dog's fur will only protect him so far, and a pet sunscreen will provide any missing protection. You do not want to use human-grade sunscreen on any pet. 

When using pet sunscreen on your dog, you'll want to make sure that you apply the sunscreen to the dog's head, muzzle, ears, belly, and any area where your dogs hair is thin. 


Do keep in mind that even though you've applied sun screen on your dog, you still should not leave him outside for extended periods in overly hot weather. Always provide a clean bowl of water and a shaded area when your dog is outside. Applying pet sunscreen will not prevent a heat stroke, but it can protect your dog's skin. Make sure that when your dog is outside, you take all precautions to keep him safe.

Pit Bull Tattoos

There are so many people with tattoos, that there's no wonder that some of those people have tattoos of their dogs. I for one, have a tattoo of a Pit Bull on my back, so I know that there are others.

I'm going to showcase a few pictures below, but you'll find that the tattoo pictures that I'm going to offer are not of the viscious Pit Bull, but of just the dog, as a dog.

I know that when I got my tattoo, I did not want a Pit Bull tattoo with the cropped ears or mean demeanor. Some people like that, but it is not a part of the breed to which I wanted on my body. I found a few pictures and flashes, and had a tattoo artist mix and combine. Now, the overall tattoo isn't quite what I expected, as the toes aren't perfect and the ears aren't as floppy as I originally wanted, but I love it, nonetheless.

But, anyway, below you'll find various tattoos of pit bulls. You'll find some with cropped ears and some without. You'll find some with docked tails and some with natural tails. There will be an assortment of tattoos of pit bulls, but you won't find the snarling pitbull tattoo.

Donate to a Villalobos Rescue

                               

 
Villalobos Rescue Center

I'm taking donations for Villalobos Rescue Center. I'm hoping to gather enough monthly donations to donate once a month; otherwise, I'll make a donation once every six months or once a year.

I know it's unnerving donating through someone you don't know, but I am a trustworthy person, who will not take a penny of the donations. I am a bully lover, and want to help the center. But, if you don't trust my intentions, there is a donate button on the Villalobos website, which is linked above.

Friends to the Forlorn Pitbull Rescue

A co-worker gave me a slip of paper the other day to vote for a local animal shelter, so that they can win 300,000. I voted, but after choosing my local shelter, I noticed that there is a Pit Bull rescue in Georgia... I've been voting for them the past few days.

But, anyway, as a fan and advocate for the Pit Bull, I am shocked that I have not heard of this rescue.

When I checked out the site, I was amazed. There are plenty of Pit Bulls and mixes that need homes. I have had the room and money, I would open my heart to one more, that's for sure.

I will be contacting this Pit Bull rescue when I am ready to bring in another Pitty. If you are in the area, and are looking for a bully breed, definitely check out what the rescue has available and who needs a loving home.

If you can't adopt a dog, you can always donate, as any animal rescue needs money for food, supplies, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, routine check-ups, and other necessities.

Everyone can make a difference when sponsoring a dog in need, so if you're a lover of the Pitbull breed, you may want to check out the rescue to see what you can do to help.

Remember that it is better to adopt than to purchase a puppy from a random ad in the local newspaper. When going through an adoption agency, you know that the puppies and dogs have gone through health exams and even behavior tests to ensure what would be the best type of home for the dog. When going through a rescue organization to find the APBT for you, you'll be assisted by loving volunteers and employees who can best match you and your lifestyle with your new dog.

Pit Bulls can be great dogs, and you'll find that there is truly a home for every Pit Bull. Sometimes it just takes time to find the right home for each dog. Do not get discouraged when looking at adoption agencies for a pitbull and do not rush the decision.


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If you want to check out the available Pit Bulls that the shelter has available, go to their website Friends to the Forlorn Pitbull Rescue.