Black Pitbulls: Everything You Need to Know

The term “pitbull” has been co opted as an umbrella term for a variety of dogs belonging to the “bully breed” group including but not limited to: American Pit Bull Terriers, the American Bully, Bulldogs, Bull Terriers, Mastiffs, Boxers, and more. Each of these breeds come in black among other colors.

Tri-color, merle, lilac, and blue are the most rare pitbull colors. While all-black pitbulls are somewhat uncommon (most have a few spots of white), black pitbulls in general are not rare.

White Pitbulls with brown or brindle spots have the cutest name ever: Moo Moo Pitbulls! These cuties look a little bit like cows, and come in lots of variations and patterns. No two Moo Moo Pitties are quite alike and are as unique as a leopard’s (Pitbull’s) spots.

Some breeders advertise their black pitbulls as rare, sometimes earning thousands of dollars for their all-black pups thanks to effective propaganda. A well-bred pitbull in a regular color like black should cost between $1,000 and $2,500 from a breeder, but you can easily find black pitbulls for under $200 at your local shelter!

Bully breeds and Pitbulls have an average lifespan of around 8–16 years. The color of your pitbull won’t impact how long they live unless the color is associated with certain health conditions. Black Pitbulls are not more predisposed to any health problems and can live long lives. 

The size of your pitbull will depend entirely on its genetics. As we’ve mentioned, black pitbulls can be a mix of a variety of “bully breeds”, which will help to determine how large they get. Most American Pitbull Terriers weigh around 40-60 lbs., but with little breed regulation, genetic outcomes are not guaranteed, and many grow much larger, or stay small. 

No. Blue nose pitbulls have a blue-gray nose, and a blue-gray coat.

“Bully breed” is just another name for the generic term “pitbull.” A cross of any bully breed dog (like the American Pit Bull Terrier or a Mastiff) will produce a “bully” type dog. Don’t let the name fool you: bullies are sweet, gentle, loving dogs!

Colby Kennels was one of the original breeders of American pitbulls. Vital to the standardization of the breed, Colby pitbulls have bloodlines that can be traced back to this famous American kennel. 

Mastiffs are typically the strongest of the bully breeds, thanks to their giant size and sturdy bodies. 

The term “gator pitbull” was developed as a gimmick by backyard breeders trying to advertise the bloodlines of their pups. Theoretically the ancestors of two famous fighting dogs, gator pitbulls are no different from other pitbulls unless their bloodlines can specifically be proven. Because dog fighting is wrong, illegal, and immoral, seeking out gator pitbulls is frowned upon.

Like Colby pitbulls, Gotti pitbulls are the offspring of dogs in the Gotti bloodline, a well-known American breeder of pitties. 

The price of a solid black Pitbull puppy from a reputable breeder will vary enormously based on location, demand, and breeder reputation. In general, you can expect to pay around $1,000-—$2,500 from an ethical breeder. 
Beware of breeders advertising dogs as rare or luxury. Many of the “new” varieties of Pitbull are purposefully bred for visual appeal, and not for health or temperament. These breeders may offer incredibly low prices, or sell for incredibly high prices to give the appearance of scarcity. If a Pitbull puppy seems either too expensive or too inexpensive, this could be a red flag.

There is no medical advantage to cropping a Pitbull’s ears. Historically, ear cropping and tail docking were done to protect working dogs from injury. Today, many working dog owners have discontinued this practice.
For regular pets, there is zero reasons to clip a dog’s ears, and the practice is done purely for aesthetics. Most veterinarians will not crop a non-working dog’s ears, which has led to more reports of animal abuse in the form of at-home ear cropping. 

It is extremely rare for any dog to simply turn on their owners. The vast majority of dog attacks are due to neglect, abuse, or failure on the part of parents to properly supervise their children and pets.
Pitbulls are no more likely to bite their owners than any other breed, but they are more likely to suffer from abuse and neglect. Similarly, Pitbulls are less likely than many other breeds to be neutered by their owners, which can cause increased anxiety and reactivity in adult male dogs.
Pitbulls have also been broadly demonized by media outlets and racist/classist rhetoric that has associated Pitbulls with crime and violence. This is simply not true, and in fact, Pitbulls account for less than 1% of all dog attack fatalities in the U.S.


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Bred by @darkdynastyk9s, Hulk was a 180 lb. American Bully who became famous thanks to his enormous size. A true gentle giant, Hulk was often seen enjoying play with his family’s human children, teaching other dogs to follow the rules, and interacting with the public. 

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The largest Pitbull breed currently available is the XL Bully. A variety of the American Bully, the XL Bully is selectively bred for size. While there are some fantastic examples of this breed, there is little data to show how XL Bully breeding programs will manage genetic health and temperament.
If you are interested in a giant breed and love Bully breeds, you should check out Mastiffs! 

Classic names for black dogs like Midnight or Raven are great, but if you want to switch it up, try giving your Pittie one of these unique names. 
-Odin — a Norse god
-Hurricane — a chaotic storm
-Atticus — an ancient Greek name
-Sirius — like the Harry Potter character!
-Snowball — an ironic name for a black Pitbull!

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