RE: Aggressive Pit Bull
Pit bulls are NOT pack oriented dogs. They are great dogs but what most people don't realize is that they are bred to fight. They are bred to hog-dog. They are bred to pull. There are different types of pits. If you raise them to be a good dog they will be a good dog. Your dog sees your new house as it's territory. It discovered it. You are the dogs family and that dog is going to protect that house you and your family no matter what. it is going to die for you if it has to. its not trying to be a mean dog. you have to reassure the dog that its ok. don't lock it in a room. the dog will rip the carpet up to get to you. that dog doesn't want you to forget about it. pit bulls are GREAT dogs. You just have to make sure it knows its ok.
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I been rasing for bout ten years thay all have a different tempers. You're dog its 3yrs old grown I had a dog like that I had to make sure he was put up same where inside or outside the back yard to be safe that he didnt bite anyone. to be on the safe side be careful what door you leave open.
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I'm wondering if I could get any tips on this:
I have come to live with my grandparents in the country, and heard that there was a pitbull running wild in the area who someone had dumped. Recently while I was out for a run, the pitbull came out of an abandoned shed and started growling and barking at me (but wagging his tail at the same time?). My dog who was with me was scared and I didn't feel too comfortable, so I cut across a farmers pasture to get away, walking slowly. I think he was protecting his girlfriend dog.
Anyways, someone is going to shoot him soon if he sticks around. Does anyone know how I should go about approaching this dog? I'd like to adopt him or whatever, but I have to be able to approach him, obviously. I'd really appreciate any tips or advice! I think he would make an ok dog because people told me he would hang around their houses and try to get them to feed him. He can't be that bad! he's a gorgeous dog too ;)
Email me windfire-horse AT hotmail.com
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Just like people can change/not all people are murderers, "pits" can change and not all of them are murderers either. My husband's uncle raised and rescued pits, all of which were sweet hearts. THe most sweet dog was a rescued fighter- scares everywhere, but ever so thankful to have been rescued. He noted that male pit bulls can get grumpy as they age, but not all of them. This is a strong, smart, durable breed- and they show it in many ways. Good blood lines put to good use make excellent family dogs and agility dogs, But...
This breed is SMART. Smart leads to being stubborn and wanting their own way. But, as others have said, establishing yourself as the Alpha will set things strait. If you feel you can't to it on your own, get help from a trainer who is experienced in livestock-aggresive dogs, and dogs who are stubborn.
Killing goats may come from old, old pit bull/staffordshire history- as they were used to bring down game for hunters and farmers. They were also used as cattle dogs, because they could take a big hit to the head, and keep working. These bloodlines are prey-driven dogs- same with catahoulas, other hog-dogs (pits have been used as hog dogs for centuries) and other game dogs. Pit bulls also have strong hunting lines dating back centuries, so that could be in your dog's blood too.
The other thing about pits is: what their blood line was raised to do, they will likely do (unless much time and patience is taken to correct this behavior- letting them know specifically that ____is NOT ok, and trainers will give you advice for this.) See, the bully breed is a smart dog who's focus is to please their master. (Which is why dog-fighting people like them so much- the endurance, and willing to keep fighting in order to please their master) If you dog came from a game, hunting, cattle, or hog-dog blood line, your dog is probably looking to "please" you by taking down the goat. If it came from a game-sporting line (having bully breeds and other breeds kill other animals for human amusement) it may very well have a hereditary taste for blood. You will have to keep your dog away from other animals, and start SEVERE training. There are laws that state a loose dog that kills livestock can be shot dead by the owner of the livestock.
This is what happens when you don't know what is in the history of your dog. The American Bull Terrier or American Staffordshire terrier (both used as Pit Bulls) used to be an American Icon; watching the kids, a farm dog, a companion. But their endurance has led them to horrible lives, such as fighting, game fighting, and so on. You can still find good quality, family-pet blood lines, but you have to do your research.
Not to mention- any dog, as they used to hunt on their own, can experience the urge to kill, at any point in their life. We had a perfectly trained, well mannered, awesome German shepherd who wanted to eat my hamster. That was her only bad habit, but she could have been labled a "small animal killer."
(Also to mention that when I was a kid, we were shunned for owning a "killer" german shepherd and my uncle heard it about his dobermans. Pits are simply the "New and improved", recycled fighting dog of choice now.)
In closing, I've been bit by a poodle, small dogs (not to mention all the small dog bites I've heard about- crazy!) and my dog has been attacked by a yellow lab. Any dog can be agressive, it's just that some breeds are more stubborn about getting over it than others. And in some cases, even despite excessive training, they may stay agressive.
Our dog who is a catahoula took off after a chicken natural for her, but not wantes by us! We have to do excessive training with her for this. And that is where much time, patience, and love comes in.
Try training her with love. Don't hit or be agressive- then she'll just wonder why she can't be agressive! Get help, look for postitive pit bull sights (I have a few i will post later) And pray it all works out. But, keep her away from other animals- for life. Blood is like taking a domestic dog back in time to when their ancestors killed everyday.
And sadly, she may have to be put down if she doesn't improve, or keeps killing. That also can be inevitable with any breed.
Good luck!
Posted on 09/19/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
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8/2/08
About 2 hours ago My Pit named Baybe, killed one of my 2 goats. I had, what I thought cordened off the goat and horse area from Baybe. I take her out with me when I feed the horses, and she has shown "interest" in the goats, but no real aggression. They would touch noses, and Baybe was a little excited. Didn't worry, because I felt secure in the fact she could not get to the goats or my mini horses. I was just taking a logical precaution.
So today, I let Baybe out, but I didn't go out immediately as I do. Probably under 5 minutes. By then she had somehow squeezed through somewhere (?), and killed the goat. A friend of mine happened to be here who raises quality Bulldogs. His first words were "don't go near her, and call animal control." She had slobber streaming a foot long out of her mouth, and had a completely glazed, empty look on her face. She was non responsive to me. She was panting sooo hard, I got the garden hose, and gently squirted her, all over her body, and in her face...still absolutely no response.
After about 10 minutes, I hooked a lead rope to her collar, and brought her into my indoor dog run, still nothing. She would not look at me. I gave her her big nylabone, and a couple cookies to try to snap her out of it, and they still remain untouched, 4 hours later.
She has gotten in one fight with my 8 year old 80 lb. mutt. Ugly. SHE DID NOT start it, the 8 year old did, but as you know who won in the end. Baybe is terrifed of Hannah now.
Hannah attacked her. She is a very submissive Pit, because I got that straight from the get go who was the pack leader. But her nature as always been loving to all. I keep them separated now.
Heres the biggest problem. I have a 3 pound Chihuahua, an 8 pound Italian Greyhound, and about a 15 pound Chinese Crested. They ALL have been GREAT friends.
They all cuddle on the couch or bed piled in a heap, on top of each other. Baybe has NEVER shown any aggression towards them. One of my best friends trains Personal Protection Dogs. She said I would NEVER be able to trust her around the little dogs again. She said once they get the taste of a kill, it never goes away.
Even though I am the pack leader, I have to be honest, I am nervous, and I'm sure she senses that no matter how hard I try not to be.
She also said she could never be trusted with me again, so once again, I am unnerved by that thought.
All opinions point to one solution, and you what that is. I can handle the shuffling of dogs, but what about me? Can I ever trust her again? All my VERY
Knowledgable dog people say no, and is it really worth the risk. I love this animal beyond words. She was (maybe is) one of the most loving and intelligent dogs I have ever had, an it kills me to think of what probably is the inevitable.
PLEASE write back. I can't stop crying, and I still have to break the news to my 19 year old daughter. She will absolutely go crazy with grief.
Thank you for your time...and just be honest with me.
Sincerely,
Marilu fidldd50 AT aol.com
Editor's Note: It's a sad situation but with all of your other animals, not to mention your own safety, it would be best to either find her another home with a very experienced trainer who has full knowledge of the situation or have her put down.
I know this is a difficult situation and decision but the fact that she wouldn't look at you and her behavior changed so much, I would worry about permanent changes to her personality or some illness that is making her this way.
I wish you the best in your decision making.
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RE: Aggressive Pit Bull
Pit Bulls hit puberty a little later than other dogs. My pup was one and a half when he started showing scary signs of aggression to other people before then he would run and leave them alone. I took him to a professional trainer who told me he was nervous/aggressive (the older he got the more aggressive he would become) long story short after about 2 thousand dollars in training he took a cheap shot at one of the handlers that worked at the facility with me holding his leash. We didn't see it coming and the handler who had been taking care of him for about a month thankfully didn't get bit bad. He thought he did nothing wrong he turned looked at me wagging his tail and licked my hand. The next second he turned and tried biting her again lunging and growling. After talking to the owner of the facility we decided it would be best for Max if I gave him to the owner of the facility who would find him the appropriate home with someone who could handle his issues better than I could. It's a hard decision to make and I am not saying give her up but you should take her to a professional trainer and see what she needs and what is going on. Then go from there. Believe me it was hard giving him up but we don't need another incident in the news about pit bulls being nasty aggressive dogs. I say now, my dog is why people should not back yard breed. The end result is a dog who is not the norm and pits should never be people aggressive. Unless there is a direct threat to you, your family, or themselves.
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So when the son moved back home he brought with him a 10 week old Pit mix. I am very torn about what to do with her. I have a 6 yr old Special Needs Lab and so far they get along very well. There is of course the show of "Who is the Alpha". For the most part the lab puts up with most of the playing and barking and then she puts her in her place. What frightens me now - in reading all these posts - is that one day she is just going to "change." Are there any GOOD stories about pits and other breeds that do get along?
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You should just keep you pitbull. It is that she is scared and she my think you kicked her out, but you should show your pit that it is ok and she won't be hurt. It will eventually be calm and it will not snap at you. If you have any more questions you can email me at bizzy_bone899 AT yahoo.com
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Like all dogs, pitbulls are pack animals and they look for a leader to follow. If you are not this leader or you are a weak leader, you will not be followed and your dog will be the leader and you will be following your dog. (adapting by not having people over or taking her on walks etc.)
First you need to find out if your dog is already dominating you. Does she lay on you, jump on the couch without permission, growl at you, ignore your commands. If so then your dog is already the boss. From now on however, your dog must earn EVERYTHING! Before you even enter your house, you must make your dog sit at the door and stay there until YOU say it is ok for the dog to enter. Once inside the house, the dog shouldn't be allowed to bug you for attention or food or beg. It should only receive attention when it does something right. (Sitting quietly when people pass by your house etc..)
When you take your dog on a walk (which you should do at least 3 times a day) don't let your dog pull on you. Keep the leash short and dog by your side. Walk confidently like you are the leader and restrain your dog with stiff and stern commands. Don't yell or get emotional, stay calm and cool yet very stern.
The dog must also earn its food. Come up with exercises that promote good behaviors and ALWAYS correct bad behaviors within 1-2 seconds of the behavior. You let the dog think it is your leader and you need to retake your position as the leader. You decided to get a dog that is both physically and mentally demanding and though it may be hard, it is your responsibility to keep it inline to prevent bad things from happening. Your dog will follow your actions.
If you're nervous your dog will be too, if your guests are nervous your dog will pick up on that. Your dog is smarter then you think.
Posted on 02/08/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
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i have a 5 year old pit mix that I rescued from getting euthanized, and she was aggressive then. Although I have made a lot of progress with her, I am constantly wondering when the next incident will occur. In the last 5 months she has attacked my other dog, and in that attack, I was stupid enough to try to intervene. I almost lost 4 of my fingers. Just tonight she attacked a friends puppy, and kept trying to get another bite, 2 people got bit by her and the puppy was almost killed. She shreds my car when crying children walk by, and I have caught her nipping at friends, who are seem sketchy to her.
I think we all know what has to happen here, and why are we waiting for the next incident.
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I think the key would be to educate your guests before they come over. Talk to them on the phone before they arrive. Tell them to fill their pockets full of treats. When they arrive, don't make it a huge production. and second, have them guest ignore the dog all together. Have the guest give the dog treats without making eye contact. Third, make sure you act and feel very comfortable around the guest. Your pit is looking at you for guidance in the matter, so if you are calm, the pit will be calm.
I wouldn't put a total stranger out there as your first "guest," but someone you know pretty well...the neighbor?
good luck
ps-give the bf to the shelter =)
Posted on 09/11/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Just to let those know, pit bulls are very much lap dogs. I have a problem pit bull 6 months old and I am taking her to obedience class. However, getting her off my lap is a problem. She loves affection!
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Click on the link below. This might help you with your answer. A sign of aggression in a pit bull is DANGEROUS.
http://pit-bulls.christianfunfair.org/attacks.htm
Posted on 06/28/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse
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When I moved my Pitbull became aggressive with other dogs. I have really been working with him. I strongly advise every Pitbull owner to do obedience classes with thier dog. I think your boyfriend is wrong for wanting you to get rid of your dog. They are like children you wouldn't get rid of your children if they misbehaved. Moving is very confusing for an animal.
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I would recommend to gradually start socializing your dog. It is not the dog's fault to be guarding the ones that he loves. Most people don't have the time to socialize their dog and then they wonder why the dog don't like people or other dogs. When you own a pitbull, they require alot of time bonding with the owner on car rides, parks and your local pet stores. I say that you should get rid of the boyfriend!!! Your dog will show you unconditional love regardless of how or what you decide. Also, if you have a tall fence in your backyard, let the dog out when you have company. Give him a rawhide bone to distract him.
Posted on 03/19/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse
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I would suggest that you get the book called the Dog Listener by Jan Fennel it's amazing, it gives a totally new look dealing with behavior problems and helps you understand dogs in a completely different light. Don't just
give up on your dog just because it shows signs of aggression in this book it had a story on how this woman was able to rehabilitate an akita that attacked and hospitalized another woman. Nothing drives me more crazy than people that say that as soon as it's tasted blood or as soon as it shows signs of aggression
that they're a lost cause and should be put down and then go and say how much they love dogs, if you truly love your dogs you'll do everything possible to help them with their problems. Idiots like that have no business owning dogs let alone giving advice on how to
deal with behavior problems as it is very clear that they truly don't have a clue about how a dog thinks and reasons his behavior.""
Posted on 01/08/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Sounds like you got a dog from a back yard breeder with a fickle temperament. The old breeders who have made the pitbull for what it is today would tell you to put the dog down if it is people mean. They can't stand a people mean dog for there are too many Pitbulls out there that are not. You should have done your research before getting a Pitbull. Most Pitbulls are dog aggressive not people aggressive but the ones that are should be put down.
It's okay if the dog is territorial or is defending it's owner but the dog shouldn't be barking off the chain at people when you take it out for a walk.
Posted on 06/01/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse
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my pit bull very loving was always friendly around people. she is now 2 1/2 and she can not be around anyone other than the immediate family. when friends and family come over she has to be put in her kennel. My kids can not have friends over anymore and i fear that we need to get rid of her. what is there to to. we need help we love her very much
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My Pit bull is 2 1/2 years old, incredibly smart and loveable. He unfortunately has valley fever and is on med for a least 6 months. There has been a "new" behavior from him. He seems to be more "aggressive" towards kids, especially when the kids come up to the car. I am concerned he may no longer be safe. He is very much loved by his family. Any ideas?
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We are taking care of my stepsons pit lab mix. He is a year and a half, and I have heard they turn mean at two. Well I have yet to see him be mean, he really loves people. We keep him in the house to socialize him, and his is part of the family, not just a dog for the backyard, which is what I think happens with these dogs, they are not socialized. We have a miniature poodle, and they are the best of buds. I think you know your dogs personality.
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i have 4 pit bulls one of mine just had puppies she is very careful and doesn't like anyone new but if i talk to her and then tell the person to come pet her she is more relaxed but the guest needs to show no fear toward dogs mine even lets me pet her pups and they were just born if your scared of your dog my recommendation is to get rid of her but if not u show her who is boss.
Posted on 02/25/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Aggressive Pit Bull
Nadia,
Your dog is sensitive to people and animals walking by the window. If your dog hasn't been exposed to these things in the past, you must de-sensitize your dog so she will be able to accept these normal, every day things that she sees. Your dog clearly needs socialization with people and animals but this must be done with patience and do it slowly. My dog has the very same issues; barking at our neighbors walking down the street, the same people he sees every day. My dog doesn't like other animals but he doesn't mind if strangers pet him. He barks because he wasn't socialized before I adopted him. We are working on this problem but the simple truth is, some dogs need more 'space' than other dogs. My dog needs space. He wants to approach other dogs but doesn't have the confidence. When other dogs approach him, he growls then becomes aggressive.
My suggestion is if you haven't already, hire a professional animal trainer to work with you and your dog. You won't be sorry.
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One thing that annoys me is people who classify animal and human aggression together just by using the term "aggression". There are two types of aggression animal and human, pitbulls were bred to be animal aggressive so it is common for some bloodlines of american pitbull terrier of pitbull to be more aggressive than others. APBT were bred to be animal agressive they were fought with "pits". Any dog that turned out to be human aggressive was not bred from and in similar cases killed. Human aggression wasn't tolerated as many people were in the pit at the same time. The best way to limit any kind of aggression from a pitbull is to properly train it from puppy-hood to now minimizing the chases.
if your going to buy a puppy APBT buy a quality one there are many APBTs out there that aren't sound. Bad breeding can only result to one thing "bad dogs". This goes for all dog breeds. Go to a show breeder and do some research on the bloodlines and try speak with previous owners of his litters to find out if any aggressiveness has arisen.
Other than all this, APBT are meant to be a loving family dog and if the dog has turned aggressive its most likely the stress of the move or anxiety created by being cooked up in that apt for the day. or maybe the dog is genetically unsound. Hire a dog behavourist and see what they say.
My best bet would be stress.
p.s would you have guessed that i am 15 lol but I've done my research so dont think I am some stupid little boy.
Posted on 11/26/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Aggressive Pit Bull-Timely e-mail
I would never keep any kind of agressive dog aroung kids.... I don't care how good the dog is with them.... An agressive dog can even turn on it's owner.... Children would never be able to defend against a bit bull... Your Pit is now beyond your control and is a danger to you, your kids and anyone else who comes in contact with him.... If you decide to keep him, I would suggest you buy the highest amount of homeowners insurance you can afford, preferrablly 1 to 2 million in coverage....
I just opened this e-mail today sent to me by my wife. We have 2 dogs, 5 cats and a parrot... If anyone of them ever turned agressive, we would give them up even though we think of them as our children....
Here is the e-mail:
Do Dog Bans Create Dangerous Situations?
by Stephanie Clements
The report that appears on the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention website is five years old. But many veterinarians and dog
trainers still agree with its data and conclusions.
The report, which tracks breeds involved in fatal dog attacks from
1979 to 1998, shows a large percentage come from pit bulls, yet it
does not recommend banning any dog breeds. Why?
It's a report that may take some by surprise; identify pit bulls as
responsible for the preponderance of dog attack fatalities in the
U.S., but then fail to recommend banning them. But the CDC report
published five years ago suggests dogs might be better controlled by
behavior than by breed identification, and that owners need to be
accountable for that behavior.
Healthy Pet says 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year, and
about 17% of those people need medical treatment. Depending on the
year, anywhere from 10 to 20 people die from dog attacks annually.
The CDC report titled, "Breeds of dogs involved in fatal human
attacks in the United States between 1979 and 1998," says among the
more than 300 deaths that occurred from dog attacks over 20 years,
pit bulls were the attackers in 118 cases, Rottweilers in 67 cases,
German shepherds in 41 cases, and huskies in 21 cases. The remainder
of fatalities were caused by several other breeds.
Even so, the document suggests controlling dogs based on behavior
instead of breed, and punishing owners on the basis of behavior
instead of breed.
While intuitively it would seem certain breeds are more dangerous than
others, tracking breed-to-fatality data turns out to be much more
difficult than initially thought. The data can be skewed by dog
ownership trends. Some years show more Rottweiler deaths than others
because in fact the breed was a much more popular purchase to dog
owners in those years.
This week's attack by three pit bulls on a 10-year-old boy draws
attention to an issue that pit bull bans bring; people who are likely
to take in banned dogs most likely already have pit bulls of their
own.
So what is the safest way to integrate the new pet? The answer,
according to some vets and trainers is, new training or retraining
for those dogs and their new owners, and making sure those dogs are
spayed or neutered.
Reproductive drive is directly linked to aggression according to most
animal experts. Newspaper reports say one of the three dogs involved
in this week's attack was in heat.
Brad Franz, who trains various breeds of dogs, says "Don't just throw
them [pit bulls] in your back yard. You need to contain them in a dog
run with a top on it, sturdy enough to hold them. Take them to the
park on a leash and closely watch them. Do they drag you across the
park to chase a squirrel? Do they growl and try to push other dogs?
Those are signs of aggression and mean the dog really needs some good
training."
Franz cautions that training isn't just something dog owners should
do for a few weeks, that obedience is a relationship that needs to be
integrated into the owner's life.
Dog trainer Jackie Sainsbury with Affection and Praise Family Dog
Training agrees, and cautions that even dogs not bred to be
aggressive can be dangerous.
She cites the case of a Pomeranian that jumped into a baby's crib and
killed the child.
"Some dogs are trained with harsh methods and that may work short
term to get the behaviors people want, but that aggression goes
someplace," Sainsbury warns. She worries that pit bull bans may make
the breed more of a status symbol, and people who aren't doing a good
job managing the dogs they already have, may be tempted to take on
more, with tragic results.
Sainsbury says human negligence is not dog breed specific, and that
we need to remember dogs are, by their very nature, predators. Brad
Franz says any dog with a heartbeat can bite, and that even he
doesn't trust any dog completely, no matter the breed.
Posted on 11/14/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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We have a 5 month old male pit bull (Junior), that is very loving and playfull. We also have 2 shitzu's (1 male and 1 female) The Pit bull plays OK with the two others most of the time. I do see aggression between the two males, especially if a rawhide bone is in the picture. The female shitzu seems to have her bluff on both males. She recently has had puppies. I worry the two males may have a full blown out fight. we know the shitzu male wouldn't have a chance. But, he doesn't back down. I am looking for a obedience training locally any suggestions? OKC.
Posted on 11/13/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Nadia-- do not despair-- look for local resources FIRST before surrendering your dog! I am the owner of two rescued pit bull mixes. My oldest, Lainey, turns 3 years old next month. She is a loving, beautiful, and wonderful companion. Her behavior began to change slowly but dramatically over the past 9 months. She has become dog aggressive and we are now finding ways to deal with the situation. Through ALOT of observation we do have ideas on what her stressors are and what types of dogs she might not do well with. I own a doggy daycare so you can now imagine the challenge I face. The reality is that she can't be trusted NOT to fight-- no American Pit Bull Terrier can-- it is in their nature to do so and their breeding. It would be like being angry at a scorpion for stinging-- it is in their nature to do so, all you might do is not put them in a situation where they will sting!
However we can work with Lainey to find situations where she will succeed. YOU CAN DO THE SAME BUT IT WILL NOT BE QUICK AND IT WILL NOT COME IN A BOX! DON'T GIVE UP! Do a search for local trainers who work with Pits or aggression, check for a local rescue for pitties-- they often have the most wonderful resources!
You can feel free to contact me directly if I might share any insights or info-- Lainey is not people aggressive but she is ULTRA protective which we have worked with her to back down to our signals. When she knows WE are okay, she is loving and commpletely excited to welcome guests into our home.
You can contact me at info @ barkaloungedaycare.com (remove spaces)
Good luck and please don't give up!!!
Posted on 11/07/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Saying all pitbulls are like saying all convenient store clerks are arabs, or that all african-American people are gang theives.
From reading what few of these posts I could stomach I'm sure I'm the youngest person here. I grew up with a pitbull, that dog was the most loyal, loving animal I've ever known. I trusted that dog with my life and I'd willingly do so again!
Any dog can be vicious! My mother-in-law breeds pugs and they're 20 times more vicious than any pitbull I've seen. You keep blaming the dog for every thing, it's pathetic. As soon as the dog growls at a stanger knocking on your door you scream "Mad dog!" What if that stranger at your door was a theif breaking your windows to steal everything you own. You'd be happy the dog growled and barked.
I'm an American that just moved to Canada because this is where my wife lives, and personally I'm appalled that this stupid pitbull ban even passed. My wife and I will be going back to the states soon and the first thing on my agenda after getting us settled in is going and buying a pure-bred, full-blooded pitbull.
Posted on 11/01/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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get rid of it before you wind up in the ER and your child has 150 stitches across her cheek and eye. that happened to a friends Daughter. The Pit was a family pet which started out nice then gradually became aggressive. If there wasn't a real possibility of violence in these anilmals then why are they banned in so many communites? And why the rep? I know if I had one and it became aggressive I would not put a love one at risk just to try and prove to others that it is a "nice dog".
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Those dogs are very dangerous! Aren't they outlawed in several states? I wouldn't want to take a chance with the well being of my child""""
Posted on 10/25/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Along with the advice on contacting a dog trainer and an animal behaviorist (the "agbeh" group on yahoo sounds great), maybe your dog is just getting used to the new environment. It took my dog about two weeks to come back to normal after being boarded for just a few days...and both times I got a stray dog, it took them several months to finally calm down...one barked at every little noise until he got used to the house. Be patient...Good luck!
Posted on 10/21/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Hi,
Please join the yahoo group, ''agbeh.'' This stands for aggressive dog behavior. It specializes in helping owners and trainers in determining how to understand and remedy ( if at all possible ) aggressive behavior in animals.
Case histories offer invaluable insight. Wish i had known about this group years ago.
You can email your problem in, and rest assured you will get advice from extremely caring, knowledgeable and hands on dog owners, trainers and behavioral experts.There is no charge to join.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/agbeh/
Marty
Posted on 10/20/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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I'm talking to you like my mother talked to me:
Some animals become much more aggressive as they age. This might be the case. In that case your children are in danger. Just because the dog likes you today, doesn't mean it's going to continue to be a friendly adorable pooch to you later on, either. Or to your boyfriend.
Take a good loooong look at those jaws and teeth and imagine them at your kid's throats. Or yours.
What's more important? Your children's lives, blindness or a mere dog?
How would you feel if your parents thought more of the dog than you?
Make yourself feel better about the whole situation and find a nice home for your dog. Besides, a dog like that doesn't belong in an apt. They need room to roam.
I faced a similar situation thinking about pregnancy and cat litter boxes. So I kind of know what is going on. In my case, the cat died unexpectedly and the pregnancy happened years later, so the issue never required a resolution.
Posted on 10/20/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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By wonfivegolf (Guest Post)
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My husband and I raised our son's 3 1/2 year-old pit bull. I must say we have devoted a lot of time taking her outdoors for exercise (stick fetching), walks on leash and travel with us in our camper. So she has always been exposed to people and other dogs. She is still very energetic and smart so she still requires lots of exercise and social activities (with other dogs and people). However, when she sees a small animal run, the pit bull genes take over and she will chase (and catch and kill). Always speak in a calm, gentle (and firm when necessary) voice. Do not hit or jerk. I'm sure she is very strong so you must maintain control by using a sturdy harness or even prong collar (get training on how to use this in a humane manner). Because your pit bull is strong, energetic and intelligent she needs much gentle attention, play, exercise and patience, but she will be a very sweet and amusing companion!
Posted on 10/20/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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By SNIGDIBBLY (Guest Post)
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Being aggressive is in their genetic makeup. You can't make an orange out of an apple. Get rid of the animal it is not safe around your child or your childs friends. This breed has been banned in our city and it is now illegal to own them.
Posted on 10/20/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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By Paula in ga (Guest Post)
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Maybe the dog is just trying to adjust to new surroundings? You said he was calm until you moved...Maybe he just needs some TLC.
HOWEVER, pits have been known to be aggressive as everyone else has posted. Use caution and go with your gut feeling.
Posted on 10/20/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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I say remove the dog.....or at least find it a safe place until you can get it trained. You should be dominate over your dog no matter what the breed! I am a mellow lab lover myself.....and pitbulls do have a rep but I think this is increased by the amount of people who find puppies oh so cute and give them dominance.....which is fine if you have a small dog and spoiling is all it wants....some just naturally want more power so to speak for whatever reason and letting them see you are in fear only gives them more dominance....you need to be alfa...It may break your heart for you to be apart from your pet until you can arrange the training he obviously needs but just think how horrible you would feel if the aggression gets worse and he hurts one of your family members and you didn't use the power you have to prevent it........take control and be ready to say good bye if a trainer says he shouldn't be around children.......get the aggression training your pet needs......even if you can't keep him he is your responsibility and should be trained before entering another home....Good luck and I hope you can safely keep your pet in the end...
Posted on 10/19/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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By MNargie Minard (Guest Post)
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Ya plant turnips, ya get turnips. Why did you get a pit bull if you did not expect aggressive behavior?? Enjoy your dog for what he is, and do not expect him to turn into a lap dog. You did not get a lap dog, you got and aggressive, protective (I hope) dog. Fish swim, cats purr and scratch, and unfortunately, pit bulls are aggressive. Listen to your boyfriend. My husband is a mail carrier who has been bitten by a pit bull thinking he was a threat instead of just a true dog lover delivering the mail.
Posted on 10/19/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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I have a 6 1/2 month old pit bull (male) and a 3 year old German Shepherd (female). The problem is that whenever she (the Shepherd) comes around us the pit snarls and growls and they begin to fight! At first we thought it was the bones we were giving him, because she would come around and do the do the same thing. But now I don't know if it's jealousy, trying to be dominate or what!
Please, if you have any experience with pits or with the same problem and have pointers or advice what to do, please let me know. Other than that, he's a really good dog.
Mike
Posted on 10/19/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Hello Mike
I have 3 dogs one of which is a pit shepard mix. The other 2 are a doberman/shepard and a husky shepard. The pit is the youngest of the 3, when I first got him the other dogs wouldn't let him in the house however with lots of caring and watching they soon accepted him. You have to let the dogs know that you are the alpha. If you do this then the others will get along. All of my dogs are male. Now you can't seperate them. The pit is now 3 and living peacefully lol
Posted on 06/05/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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be very careful. pits do have a reputation. the shepherd is the leader or at least should be because she is the older more experienced dog. get the pit to training immediatly.
Posted on 05/26/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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pitbulls are wonderful dogs!they need a firm hand when young,they are very smart,caring,faithful also very misunderstood,like any there are bad blood lines as w/dobies,rotties or even poodles.
i have1/2pitt,1/2catahoula lepoad mix,the catahoula calms the pit.she is 9yr old,she goes every where w/me,if i had a child to mind as well as she does,?be patient,lots of love,most of allBE FIRM
Posted on 05/25/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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I have a 15 month old red nose pit bull..she started out as my husbands dog, he took her to work (construction work) everyday where she met alot of people. There was some people that she didn't like and so he started leaving her at home with me. She is my protector now..my husband can't get around me sometimes. I have 2 males dogs (part red nose) in the back yard and 2 cats in the house with her and she gets along the all of them. She likes little children..she doesn't like kids that are older (10yrs and up). She doesn't like people that are in any tpye of uniform or people that drink. I take her everywhere I go when my son is in school, when he's home she stays home with him. She is 75 pounds and loves my moms 10 pound little Shih-Tzu. She is very active and loves to play Frizbee (she has 7 of them). Overall, she is a very good dog (except when she chewed up my cell phone!!), she can get aggressive at times, she's very smart and very lovable. GOOD LUCK!!
Posted on 05/25/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Some dogs just don't do well with other dogs. Pit bulls have a reputation for being aggresive, but this can happen with any breed. There is a sweet female lab that lives near us. She is great around people and bigger dogs, but growls and trys to attack any smaller dog she comes into contact with. I'd find a trainer or animal behaviorist to evaluate your dogs. Find one that has experience with dog to dog aggression. Try this link to locate one near you:
http://www.apdt.com/
Also, you can join the yahoo group agbeh. They have many experienced trainers that give information and answer questions for free. They can also help you find a trainer with dog aggression experience. Good luck:).
Posted on 05/25/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Does sound like your baby is jealous. My terrier is very jealous of my other animals and other people, including my husband. He tries to get between me and the other dog or cats or to get between me and my husband. He will try to nip at the cats if they get in my lap and can't stand if the small one climbs on my shoulder...but he has never actually bitten any of the others, just growls and snaps at them. Maybe you should talk with an experienced trainer and get him under control before he gets bigger.
Posted on 05/25/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse
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Hi Mike! First let me say that I know nothing at all about pit bulls other than what I've heard or read and it's usually about them being agressive. So, I did a little surfing to see if pits are really bred to be agressive or if it's just what we always hear. This site I found looks like it has some pretty good info on it...about two-thirds the way down the page, this article suggests that pits are not good with other dogs ("Is this breed good with other dogs in general"). I hope this helps: http://www.rescueeverydog.org/pitbull_breed.html
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By ardis barnes (Guest Post)
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The pit bull isn't bred to be the same as the family mut, so to speak. It was bred to be a pit bull, just like a cairin terrior is bred to be a one person for-life buddy. Not to say it isn't a cute puppy and a loving pal when it's young. The DNA in a put bull will eventually be an aggessor. It's not his/her fault. The breed isn't one to keep around once they get to be an adult. Just my opinion, like millions of others.
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