Howie, I just looked at your pictures and you are gorgeous. I have to say you look more like a pit mix. That's a compliment by the way - it's my very favorite breed. The description of your personality and intelligence sounds pit-like also. We got our BT, Opie, when he was 11 months. Nuclear powered! He's also smart, outgoing and loving. But boy is he stubborn. Has a mind of his own. He was extremely hard to house train. He knew what he was supposed to do - he just didn't care! But we love him dearly. He keeps us entertained. Welcome to the forum.