THE gas house dog mcdonalds grip pIT bull dog 1870

The Gas-House Dog, also known as McDonald's Grip, was one of the finest breeding dogs of his time. The only dog comparable to him in pedigree was McGough's Bob, commonly known as Bob, the Fool.

Sweeney's Fly: A Matriarch of Champions

Grip's mother, Sweeney's Fly, was perhaps the best female dog America ever had. Among her offspring was Thornton's Pete, a remarkable dog who defeated Jenning's Croppy and passed away immediately after the fight.

When paired with Gallivan's Old Prince, Sweeney produced exceptional dogs like Quinn's Tony and Harrington's Dick. Her final litter, with Burke's Tanner, included Gallivan's Pup and Young Prince, who sired Turk—the dog that triumphed in a legendary battle in Chicago.

A Tribute from John L. Sullivan

In 1914, renowned pugilist John L. Sullivan acquired a dog from the Gas-House strain, praising its unmatched quality. This event prompted a heartfelt response from May G. McDonald Mahoney, daughter of Johnnie McDonald, who passionately celebrated the accomplishments of the Gas-House Dog and her father in The Dog Fancier.

This text is extracted from Fighting Pit Bull and Bull Terrier, a new edition of the original book written by Eugene Glass in 1910. As a veteran editor of The Dog Fancier, Glass combines historical narratives with practical advice, exploring the histories of the Bull Terrier and American Pit Bull Terrier, along with breeding strategies and training methods.

A book for all lovers of the history of the American Pit Bull Terrier that will guide you through the history of fighting dogs and in which you can learn everything related to the world of canine combat.

In it, you will find: Training for the pit, breeding and care of the combat dog, training with "spring pole and cat mill, Rules for the pit: police Gazette, Bowser, Old English rules, Training for rat-killing competition, regulations in rat-killing competitions, How to handle the dog in the PIT, Care of the dog after the battle...

Also, information about dogs and fighting dog breeders such as: The gas house dog, Tiger Jim, Red Paddy, Semmes Colonel, Doly and Jack, Colby Pinche and Tige, King Paddy...

If you’re passionate about the history of fighting dogs, this book is a must-have for your collection.

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Preserving the Legacy: Fighting Pit Bull and Bull Terrier

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