"Primp your Pit" campaign aims to prevent unwanted litters

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ROANOKE (WSLS 10) - A new campaign aims to prevent unwanted litters and decrease the number of pit bull terriers in shelters in the Commonwealth.

The "Primp your Pit" spay/neuter campaign from Mountain View Humane (MVH) will offer $20 spay/neuter surgery and free nail trims for put bull terriers and pit bull terrier mix in August.

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MVH said pit bulls end up in shelters in large numbers due to myths and misconceptions, which impact public opinions of the breed and reduces the adoption rates of these dogs in local animal shelters.

The campaign is partially funded by PetSmart Charities.

Pet parents who wish to take advantage of the low-cost spay/neuter surgery should mention the "Primp Your Pit" campaign when calling to schedule an appointment. MVH said 104 sterilizations are available for the reduced rate at the Christiansburg and Roanoke clinics.

More information is available at www.MountainViewHumane.org or by calling 1-855-HIP-SNIP.