| The REAL Pit Bull, Inc. A 501(c)3 Nonprofit Corporation |
- Who We Are -
The Real Pit Bull, Inc (RPB) is a small, volunteer-driven nonprofit corporation
located in central NJ. We focus on education of guardians, the public,
shelters, etc, and advocacy work (in the form of fighting BSL, speaking on
behalf of Pit Bulls, educating those who work with Pit Bulls, promoting
rescue, and fighting abuse).
RPB was founded by Mary Harwelik, who started The Real Pit Bull website
(circa 1997). RPB is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation status. Mary Harwelik is
a certified trainer who runs the PRB Pit Bull School Program which provides
free and low-cost training to Pit Bull guardians and shelters/rescue groups.
Currently we do not have room to take Pit Bulls in need of adoption, but
if you need help placing a Pit Bull we may be able to offer you
resource.
- Mission Statement -
The Real Pit Bull is an education and advocacy organization dedicated to the
American Pit Bull Terrier; our mission is to serve as an advocate for the
breed; provide information; and educate those who impact the lives of Pit
Bulls.
- Vision -
RPB envisions a future in which the American Pit Bull Terrier is widely
recognized as a companion animal and working dog partner; dog fighting is
a thing of the past; dog laws focus on deed not breed; and all American Pit
Bull Terriers have loving, responsible homes.
- Services -
RPB carries out its mission statement in the following ways......
The Real Pit Bull, Inc (RPB) is a small, volunteer-driven nonprofit corporation
located in central NJ. We focus on education of guardians, the public,
shelters, etc, and advocacy work (in the form of fighting BSL, speaking on
behalf of Pit Bulls, educating those who work with Pit Bulls, promoting
rescue, and fighting abuse).
RPB was founded by Mary Harwelik, who started The Real Pit Bull website
(circa 1997). RPB is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation status. Mary Harwelik is
a certified trainer who runs the PRB Pit Bull School Program which provides
free and low-cost training to Pit Bull guardians and shelters/rescue groups.
Currently we do not have room to take Pit Bulls in need of adoption, but
if you need help placing a Pit Bull we may be able to offer you
resource.
- Mission Statement -
The Real Pit Bull is an education and advocacy organization dedicated to the
American Pit Bull Terrier; our mission is to serve as an advocate for the
breed; provide information; and educate those who impact the lives of Pit
Bulls.
- Vision -
RPB envisions a future in which the American Pit Bull Terrier is widely
recognized as a companion animal and working dog partner; dog fighting is
a thing of the past; dog laws focus on deed not breed; and all American Pit
Bull Terriers have loving, responsible homes.
- Services -
RPB carries out its mission statement in the following ways......
- Pit Bull evaluations for shelters & rescues: RPB aims to support local
area rescues and shelters by helping to evaluate dogs they bring into
their adoption programs.
- Pit Bull education lectures: free Pit Bull lectures aimed at shelter staff,
guardians and the public are offered through RPB. Organizations or
individuals interested in hosting a lecture can contact RPB for
information on scheduling.
- Hands-on training for dogs and volunteers: Dogs entered into
adoption programs can receive free training through Pit Bull School,
and volunteers working within various organizations can receive
training along with the dogs. Training is positive reinforcement-based
clicker training and focuses on enrichment for shelter dogs, basic
manners, and preparation for Canine Good Citizen testing.
- Low-cost training for guardians through Pit Bull School
- CGC Testing for Pit Bulls and Pit Mixes: An AKC-certified CGC evaluator
can test your dogs prior to adoption
- Counseling: RPB provides counseling and support for those working or
living with Pit Bulls. Behavior help, management advice, and support
for 'Pit Bull issues'.
- Educational outreach through The Real Pit Bull website, various free
written materials, booths at public events, our annual Pit Bull-palooza,
etc.
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