Pitbulls and Stray Dogs
As with other dog breeds, pitbulls can breed with other dogs, including stray dogs, if they are not properly separated and supervised. Whether this will "ruin the bloodline" depends on several factors, including:
- The definition or understanding of "bloodline": If "bloodline" refers to a lineage or descent from specific, registered purebred ancestors, then breeding with a stray dog would typically be considered to "ruin" or dilute the bloodline because the resulting offspring would no longer be of the purebred lineage.
- Absence of Breed Standards: Pitbulls are not a formally recognized breed, and there is no definitive breed standard or governing body that oversees their breeding. As such, there is no official breed standard or restrictions on breeding with other dogs, making the concept of a "pure" or "ruined" bloodline less applicable in this context.
Genetic Diversity and Health: Stray dogs may introduce new genetic material into the pitbull line. This can potentially benefit the genetic diversity of the breed, reducing the risk of genetic diseases and health problems that can occur when a population of dogs is too closely related.
Unpredictability and Risk: Breeding with a stray dog can be risky if the health and genetics of the stray are not known. Stray dogs may carry diseases, illnesses, or genetic conditions that can be transmitted to the pitbull and any offspring.
Ultimately, the decision of whether to breed a pitbull with a stray dog is a complex one that must be made on a case-by-case basis, considering factors such as the desired purpose or characteristics of the offspring, the health and background of the stray, and the implications of introducing a stray dog's genes into the pitbull lineage.