CT Appendicitis Protocol for evaluation of appendicitis. For all other concerns related to the bowel, it is best to order a CT Abd/Pelvis with IV and oral. contrast. If IV contrast is contraindicated, CT Abd/Pelvis with oral contrast will suffice.
Life Span: 12 to 16 years. 1  The American Pit Bull Terrier is one of the so-called bully breeds often labeled a pit bull. In fact, pit bull isn't a breed, but a term used to describe the American Pit Bull Terrier, the Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Actually, the average life span for an American Pit Bull Terrier is 12-14 years. I have an 11 year old APBT and he is still going strong with no health issues. Please research pit bulls. You will see they are not good protection dogs. They LOVE people. I always joke our boy would show a burglar where the good stuff is stashed.