A special thanks to Diane Jessup for her excellent writing and information on the American Pit bull Terrier. [Diane's website  "The Working Pit Bull"], Diane is truly a leading authority on the education & knowledge of the American Pit Bull Terrier , The WHOLE dog. 

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THE WORKING PIT BULL: By Diane Jessup 317 pages, hardback. ISBN # 0-7938-0190-7 This book was written when the only books available on the breed pictured beat-up looking dogs on heavy chains while the author extolled the virtues of pit bulls as tools for maiming and destroying other dogs. In the battle against BSL, these books were and are being used against the breed. In an effort to get something positive published and in the hands of law makers and humane officers, Diane Jessup quickly produced The Working Pit Bull. This book points out how the breed, in responsible hands, can be so much more. TWPB has tons of color pictures of dogs working and playing and is a book to show to people who say the pit bull is only good for fighting. Those who are looking for ways to help the breed should consider donating one to their local library.

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COLBY'S BOOK OF THE AMERICAN PIT BULL TERRIER: by Louis Colby and Diane Jessup 192 pages, hardback. ISBN# 0-7938-2091-X A classic for history buffs! Louis Colby's love and knowledge of the history of this breed makes this book special. If you love pictures of old-time dogs you will love this book. Interesting history of the Colby family; at one time the Colby family was associated with dog fighting, however these days the dogs are finding homes with folks who want a good natured family pet with an interesting history. This should be required reading for people becoming involved with the breed today - this book shows them what a "real" pit bull looks like.

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The Extreme Pit Bull Series #1 The Springpole & Flirtpole.

This DVD takes a look at building, using and training for the flirtpole, and its natural extension, the springpole.
Diane Jessup of Boldog Training Kennel covers:
History - Original function of the Pit Bull and why the breed is suited to the flirtpole and springpole.
Construction - Easy step-by-step instructions on how to build your own flirtpole and springpole.
Prey Drive - How to build drive and intensity.
Techniques - Positive training tips to ensure your dog learns to use the flirtpole and springpole correctly and has fun doing it!
Common myths and misconceptions concerning the firtpole and springpole

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THE DOG WHO SPOKE WITH GODS: by Diane Jessup 384 pages Hardback/soft cover. ISBN# 0-312-26662-6 Fast paced novel that reads like a thriller. Features a pit bull as the main character. If you love a dog, you'll love this book. Winner of a national award for Best Human/Animal Bond. A story of trust, betrayal and the bonds of friendship. A plea from the author (me) PLEASE don't skip to the end, don't quit and don't read the "discussion questions" on the last page as it gives the frickin' plot away! (sheesh!) A tough book, but most people seem to think it is worth the ride it takes you on.

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Fully Bully Magazine: ( from Working Pit Bull website) Due to increasing price of the magazine being produced through Cafepress.com, I no longer feel that it can be offered at a reasonable price. With me only making 60 cents per issue it is still over $13!!! and that is just ridiculous. At this time FBM will complete its run with issue #15. You will still be able to purchase back issues and downloads. I have enjoyed very much the chance to share the positive issues of bull breed ownership with others. The American pit bull breed deserves a positive magazine to chronicle its many activities. I have made my stab at it, and I encourage others to give it a try. At this time my energy is better spent with the LawDogs program. Thanks for the support folks, it was fun.

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The Pit Bull Placebo:The Media, Myths and Politics of Canine Aggression: by Karen Delise The book, The Pit Bull Placebo: The Media, Myths and Politics of Canine Aggression, explores and reveals how our views and beliefs about canine aggression have changed over the last 150 years and how our perceptions about the nature and behavior of dogs has been influenced and shaped by persons and organizations who often times disseminate information about dog attacks which is tailored to further an agenda unrelated to the improvement of the human/dog bond.
The Pit Bull Placebo examines actual cases of severe dog attacks during the last 150 years—the circumstances, the individual dogs involved, the victims, and our interpretations of these events—in an attempt to offer a reasoned and balanced perspective on the behavior of dogs and the critical role humans play in the management and treatment of our canine companions.

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DOGS BITE: But balloons and slippers are more dangerous: Dogs can be dangerous. And they are more dangerous to children than to adults. But here's the reality. Dogs almost never kill people. A child is more likely to die choking on a marble or a balloon, and an adult is more likely to die in a bedroom slipper related accident. Your chances of being killed by a dog a roughly one in 18 million. You are five times more likely to be killed by a bolt of lightning.

The supposed epidemic numbers of dog bites splashed across the media are absurdly inflated by dubious research and by counting bites that don't actually hurt anyone. Even when dogs do injure people, the vast majority of injuries are at the Band-Aid level. Yet lawmakers, litigators, and insurers press for less dog ownership. This must stop. We must maintain perspective. Yes, dogs bite. But even party balloons and bedroom slippers are more dangerous.

Addresses: dog bites - big danger or cultural phobia; the actual numbers; fear factors, why don't dogs hurt people more often; what is aggression; the current state of research on dog bites; legal liability questions; why do we want dogs anyway; simple strategies for reducing dog bites, more.