Hooray for National Pit Bull Awareness Day

Need a cure for the Monday blues? Our photo feature is here to help provide a brief diversion from your workday routine with a small dose of squee, wow and awwww. Enjoy!

Pit bull terriers may have a poor reputation in the media, but we're out to prove that these short-haired, muscular dogs are as safe and gentle as any other dogs and should be judged as individuals. See for yourself with these photos of adorable pit-bull-terrier-like dogs who are all available for adoption from Best Friends.

Help us to end breed discrimination

 
It’s mine … all mine! 
Abbott is available for adoption.

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I call this my “come pet me” look.

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I had to practice digging holes for my ball … and got a little carried away.

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Batten down the hatches, I’m coming in for a kiss.

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Squirrel!

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Yes, I want to go out for a walk. 
Chaplin (left) is available for adoption.

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But … it’s not time to get out of bed yet.

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Lemme help you — you’ve got peanut butter on your chin.

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So many smells, so little time.

 
Believe me, I’m more than just a pretty face.

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Of course I’m ready to go. I’m always ready to go.

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Peek-a-boo, I see you.

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The nose knows.

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Sid’s Saloon — where all the cool kids hang out.

 
I’m just a happy-go-lucky gal.

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Three … two … one … launch.

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Photos by Best Friends staff