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Is my dog a pitbull? How to identify pitbull traits and mixes.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I was wondering if my dog has pitbull in him like his last owner told me?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on March 19th, 2019

It is possible and did cross my mind. Some lines of labrador retrievers however also have very boxy heads (check out the English style labs) and other breeds such as boxers can also contribute the same genes for boxy heads as a pitbull.

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