Pit bulls are one of the most misunderstood dog breeds around. Here are four myths about pit bulls that are completely untrue. Many people assume that pit bulls are bad-tempered. However, studies have found that pit bulls score better on temperament tests than many other dog breeds. Some people think that pit bulls make bad family pets. However, they are known for their gentleness, affection and loyalty. Adopting a pit bull from a rescue is totally safe. Most rescues will not adopt out a dog that has any aggression towards humans. It is untrue that most dog bite incidents involve pit bulls. The CDC says that 72% of dog bite-related fatalities over the past 20 years involved non-pitbull-type breeds.