The purpose of the American Pit Bull Foundation is to promote responsible breed ownership through providing:
- owner and public education
- positive alternatives to pit fighting
- programs to endorse and recognize responsible breed ownership
- provide medical and financial assistance for dogs with responsible owners
- aid in adoption of Pit Bulls to responsible individuals or families
Take the pledge!
Are you a responsible Pit Bull owner?
Please take a moment to sign our responsible Pit Bull Owner Pledge and let us know what you think contributes to a safe, happy, healthy environment for your family and your dogs.
Adopt-A-Bulls flyer (printable)
Print and post the APBF adopt-a-bulls flyer at your office, local coffee shop, gym, dog park, pet store, or anywhere dog lovers frequent to help find these deserving Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes loving homes!
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Meet a few of the APBF dogs who have found their forever homes thanks to the hard work of our foster parents and volunteers, and the big hearts of their adoptive parents.
Needs List
Donations made in loving memory of the dogs we will never forget. This page has been dedicated to keeping alive the spirit of our favorite furry friends by passing on their stories and the happiness they've brought to us in life.
We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
All donations are tax deductable
Please take a moment to learn about the dogs that we are currently treating for heartworm disease. Donations from private and public contributors make it possible for us to help these dogs in need. Please consider giving to one of our current dogs in need and help them on their way to healthy, happy, Heartworm-free lives.
Meet Mama Moo; a rescue from Charlotte Mecklenburg who came to APBF with 5 puppies and a heart full of worms. Moo's Heartworm disease has progressed and radiographs recently revealed how much damage these parasites can cause. Visit the link above to learn more about Heartworm disease and how you can help.
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Join us Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm to meet some of our wonderful adoptable dogs and puppies. Stop by the Northlake location in Charlotte and find a new friend!
You can help prevent Heartworm disease
Tell the world your about your Lucky Dog with the new APBF t-shirts dedicated to all of our favorite rescues.
For a complete list of upcoming events and pictures form previous events, visit the APBF evevnt page
10/27/11
In honor of Rocket
for Sharon and Kress
~Stacey Irwin
Feature Rescue - Roxy the RoxStar!
Roxy is a super Mutt with a beautiful brindle body and heart only a Pit Bull could pocess.
Roxy likes other dogs and prefers life on the down low with lots of comfy spaces to snooze.
Roxy is about 2 years old and will make a great companion.
For more information about Roxy, Contact: adoptions@americanpitbullfoundation.com
Events and APBF Updates
New t-shirt design featuring our 2012 APBF Mascot, Peaches
APBF Presents Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS
Join us for a special two-day event with Animal Behaviorist Dr. Sophia Yin.
Saturday, June 16th and Sunday, June 17th, Dr. Yin will be presenting a Behavior Seminar to help owners, rescue workers, trainers, behaviorists, and veterinary staff, better understand canine behavior and better communicate with canine counterparts.
Tackle fear aggression, raise a well-behaved puppy, and learn how to reverse damage that has been done in training.
Click on the flyer to view the details of the seminar
For more information, email: founder@americanpitbullfoundation.com
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Scan the image to the left with your mobile device to keep up with APBF on the go.
Check out facebook posts, share your mobile uploads, and donate right from your phone.
Band together for responsible breed ownership.
APBF wristbands $5 donation.
Receive a hard copy of the quarterly APBF newsletter with your annual membership.
Sunday, June 10th and Monday, June 11th Photo shoot for the APBF 2013 calendar with Pin Ups for Pit Bulls and Cherry Blossom Photography. Do you have a well-behaved black and white Pit Bull? We are looking for "extras" for one of the photos in the calendar. Email Sara at founder@americaniptbullfoundation.com for more info.
Saturday, June 16th and Sunday, June 17th APBF Behavior Seminar with Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS at UNCC Center City building. Scroll down for more info.
