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How to tell if my puppy is a Pitbull mix? What's her actual breed?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 15 days old

hi i have recently got a puppy and the previous owneds lied to me about her breed. And i was curious if my puppy was part pitbull because they had multiple male pitbulls when my pups mom got pregnant.

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Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on December 17th, 2018

Hi and thanks for posting!

It is hard to say if Spot is part Pitbull from the pictures alone. He certainly may be, but it would be good to know for sure by running a genetic test such as the Wisdom Panel. This can be purchased online and requires a saliva sample from your pet.

I hope this helps and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!
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