Training a Pitbull Puppy

RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by aayaso (1) | (09/02/2008) Contact Here is LULU, just bought her yesterday she is 8 weeks old anyone have any tips. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Nicholas (Guest Post) (08/28/2008) He is only 1 month old he is so cute but right now im praticing sit, and stay and he is doing them both perfectlyyy@ Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Josh Elkins (Guest Post) (08/27/2008) I have a 3 1/2 month old black and white pitbull. She is great. She is very smart for her age. She trains well. She is good with commands. I train every day in 10 to 15 minute sessions about 3 or 4 times a day. She has came along way since I got her. She's a great pup. Report Spam or Abuse nothing is working Post By kelly (Guest Post) (08/05/2008) I just bought a pitbull and I named him "PRADA" I have been trying to train him but nothing is working. He does whatever he wants to no matter how hard I am trying I need advice or even a place iIcan take him to have trained. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By latoya (Guest Post) (07/31/2008) Hey I have a pit bull puppy the age of four months. Her name is coach like the coach bag...Lol I trained her pretty well. Like wen she has to go to the bathroom she walks to the door and jump up the the door knob. When I play with her I immediately take her to the bathroom afterwards. When we first brought her to my home, she was 3 months. She made messes. Allot. Yuck me as time went past. She finally became potty trained"I love ma coachy" Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By brandi (Guest Post) (07/31/2008) i have two blue nose pitbulls that I have rescued from an abusive house hold. They are brother and sister. When I received my female she was almost a year old and was very easy to train. When I received her brother a year later and he was almost 2 years old he seemed to be hard headed and stubborn as a mule. Well turned out I was right. He still insists on trying to be dominant and he pees on EVERYTHING and I cant get him to stop. I've tried running him outside as soon as I saw him sniffing. I've tried pepper on the floor so he doesn't sniff but he just eats the pepper. I've tried not letting him see me clean it up. I dont know what else I can do. if you have any answers, please contact me at bndj4lyfe AT aim.com Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by AshAl07 (1) | (07/20/2008) Contact I have a 3 month old female pitbull and i found out to newpaper train her was the best way for her to be house broken. I take her out often and when im at work she pottys on the newspaper. When she has an accident I simply show her where she pottied and tell her no then put her on the newspaper and tell her yes sounds funny or lame but shes gets it. When she does go on the newspaper she gets her treat. This is my baby Indica Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Renee (Guest Post) (07/13/2008) I recently purchased a male pitbull 9 weeks, I learned that the best way to train him is every time I feed him or give him water, I take him outside in the grass to go potty. When I'm not home, I set up newspaper in his own room and he has learned to use it. I found the best way to potty train is to take them out frequently so they get used to it and reward them for it with a treat. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Becky (Guest Post) (07/12/2008) Hello I have two pits and one just turned 1 year old on the 4th of July and he is a male. He is the most stubborn dog. He does not listen at all and acts up but when he is good he is, but there is more bad than good. Then I have another pit she is 8 months. She is the best dog ever. She listens so well. We can take her out side and she doesn't go anywhere. She stays right by you and we are just having a real bad time with him. He chews underwear like it ain't nothing. I just don't know what to do? If you have any techniques on discipline please let me know. I thought after I got him fixed he would calm and it just made him worse. If you can give advise my email is rebecca-norton AT hotmail.com Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Sterling Bates (Guest Post) (07/07/2008) The best way to teach a pit bull puppy to get potty trained is to let them learn kinda on there on if its going to be a house dog ull see them start to sniff a lot on the ground and if you see this u should take them outside immediately and let them use th bathroom and as they need to use it more they'll start going towards the door. Report Spam or Abuse potty training a pitbull puppy Post By Jessica Reavis (Guest Post) (07/01/2008) I have a 12 month old American Pitt and have had her since she was 6 weeks old. I drive a tractor trailer and she rides with me. The easiest way I have found to potty train most puppies is to use common baby diapers. Yes it looks a little funny but it is very affective. You must set the rules down that the diaper is to remain on the rug rat. It fits best with females of course, turning the diaper over to where the picture is on the top (diapers r upside down) cut a hole in the bottom of the print in the middle for the tail and wrap around and fasin. always get a little bigger diaper than the dog but not too large to swallow dog. Usually they will get tired of it being on them and then usually when you take it off outside, they will immediately start to go. Have patience with your little one, it takes them a little while to grow accustom to this and don't beat them cuz it will make them coward. Just show disappointment and ignore them when they do wrong, thats hurts than worst of all...this is ZOIE Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By JJ (Guest Post) (06/28/2008) Man just take your pit outside every 2 to 4 hours and he or she will get the picture. This breed of dog needs consistent attention and your love just like a child. You need to teach it, not discipline it all the time. Hitting your dog will only make him turn on you later in life. You need to get a clue on the type of animal you get next time and do your research. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Tanya (Guest Post) (06/27/2008) I have had pit bulls all my life, and I can't tell you how much I love this breed. It's the only dog for me. I have had a few and yes they can destroy and yes they can be stubborn and I say tough it out for about a year and it will be all worth it. This is my baby. Her name is Boogers. lol! To everyone enjoy your pit bulls. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By (Guest Post) (06/20/2008) I have a 2 month old pit that only bites my husky.How do I make them get along? Any tips when having 2 different breeds? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by Crazypitti19 (2) | (06/13/2008) Profile | Contact Well I just adopted my sweet Pitbull/Lab mix from the local Humane Society a month ago. She is amazing and such a lover but she's really, really stubborn too. The best thing I can say to you it to just try and avoid using negative reinforcement until you have established the "mommy" bond with your new Pitti. That bond will help a lot, it will kind of ensure that your puppy doesn't become afraid of you. Clover is my pups name and she is slightly afraid of my aunt's boyfriend because he yells loudly but she gets into more trouble with me than him and she still will only follow ME around the house and at this point she really only listens to ME. So it really does help to have that bond first. As far as potty training goes, it is just like everyone says if you see her start sniffing around take her outside because chances are she needs to potty. With the dogs that I have trained over the years I figure out what their potty schedule is and I start with that. For example, when Max was a puppy he had to go potty every time he woke from a nap, so every time he woke up I picked him up and put him in front of the back door and we went outside. Every time he went I gave him a cookie and he learned very quickly that way that he needed to go to the door when he had to go to the bathroom. I hope some of the things I have said have helped you. I also wanted to tell you that I am very happy and that I respect you a lot for taking her from such a bad situation. Good luck! I actually have a question of my own now as well. I want Clover to be able to go into the front yard with me and have her not run off. I know this will take time but I'm not really sure as to how to go about teaching her. Our neighbors have accomplished this with their puppy but they also missed some of the finer points in training her so now she's a little bit aggressive and she's afraid of dogs and people so I won't ask them. If any of you have any advice please let me know, I would be quite grateful! Oh and here is a picture of my adorable baby! This picture was taken a few weeks ago so she's slightly taller now. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By slawek (Guest Post) (06/08/2008) I live in Poland and I have 2 pitt bulls The older is 2 year and the younger is 5 month. I have no problem with them (maybe one, they hate the cats). Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by BeRigg2006 (2) | (05/30/2008) Contact Ok well, it wouldnt let me post two pictures so heres Thrasher Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by BeRigg2006 (2) | (05/30/2008) Contact I now have an 11 Month old American Pit Bull and also a 31/2 year-old American Pit Bull... they are both potty trained and well behaved... they love to play with children, cats, dogs, pretty much anything... when i was potty training my pup and he would mess in the house (which, if you think you will get a puppy and NOT learn how to clean the carpets... YOUR CRAZY) i would stick his nose in it, then either flick him or swat him on the nose, tell him NO and put him outside... they WILL learn to go to the door when they have to pee... It is then your responsibility to get off your butt and let them out... if you dont... they will again mess in the house... as far as the biting habits go... if you are playing with them and they seem to bite to hard... when they do squeeze your hand around their mouth and tell them "BE NICE"... they will get it... Also be sure you have PLENTY of heavy duty chew toys... from the time they are about 8 wks until about 6 months they will teeth and chew EVERYTHING!!! rubber balls, a tire, a 2 X 4, and rawhide chewys i found work the best for my pup... Instead of yelling at them and screaming their name try to use a short HIGH PITCH sound more like an (AAH AAH)... thats all i have to say when my pup is doing something wrong and he'll stop immediately... i am not any kind of expert but after raising two of them on my own and they are the biggest Loves i believe what i have done is somewhat correct and has worked so far... anything else i will be happy to help any way i can... ok these are my Boys... 11 Month Old Mayhem (all fawn w/ white belly) and 3 1/2 Year Old Thrasher (all white w/ fawn mask) Report Spam or Abuse Is this a pitbull Puppy ? Post By Sonny Khoeblal (Guest Post) (05/24/2008) Dear friends, Thank you all for all your stories, advise, and experience. I rescued an abandoned puppy and she is doing very well. She is starting the biting habit. I am not sure if she is a pit bull. Can someone perhaps tell me if she looks like one? Here is a picture, her name is Goldie-Baldie and we live in Suriname, South America. Thanks much! Sonny Khoeblal, entertainer. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By p.m (Guest Post) (05/22/2008) I think that pits are nice they are not harmful even though my mom thinks its their nature to be mean, but it ain't true. They are not. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By (Guest Post) (05/16/2008) I have a 7wk. Old pit I got him at 4 wk. And I tapped him on the butt and he would listen at first all the time but now he narls at me and bites my hands real hard but he is affectionet when I pick him up or he lays with me but I think I messed up by hitting him young and he bites hard what do I do to have him start biting everything and everyone???? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by jess_admin (691) | (04/29/2008) Profile | Blog! | Contact (submitted via email) Well here are some female names: Abigail For those looking for more than the name Abby, we give you Abigail. Abra For those naming two pets, choose Abra and the other word from this magical phrase. Abu The name Abu rolls off the tongue. Pets will love it. A.C. The name A.C. need not be an abbreviation for anything- it stands on its own 4 legs. Ace High For the pet who plays games (cards optional.) Achoo We really hope you're not allergic to your pet. In the unfortunate case you are, we suggest a name like 'Achoo'. Acorn A great name for your nature loving pet! Addie The name Addie is an abbreviated form of many other pet names. Adrian Rocky Balboa made this name famous. Now it's your pets turn. Agnes The name Agnes has been around for awhile, because it's a great name. Aida The name Aida sounds like its from the old world. Your pet will love this dignified name. Aiko Are you looking for bit of an Asian twist for a pet name? Try Aiko. A.J. This lovable pet name need not be an abbreviation for anything. Ajax Sounds like some sort of household cleaner to us. Maybe this will guarantee a clean pet? Aki Aki is a typical Japanese name. Because it's a one-syllable name, your pet may learn it easily. Liliana Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By alex (Guest Post) (04/15/2008) I have a 5 week old pitbull pup that has given me nothing but problems. I love her regardless but need some advice she squeals whenever I crate her, it's annoying and I've tried to housetrain her (so far no poop) but her peeing is out of control. I've heard about cutting back on water but when I walk her if I so much as spit, she's on it licking it, also morning dew off the grass, the ac machine outside leaks she licks that. It makes me feel bad but when I cave in and give her water she literally pees every 20 minutes. I cant keep up with her all day. She bites everything and when I shout a stern "STOP IT SUGAR" she growls! I have my girlfriends 5 year old son moving in, I can't have that! email me at ALX21TXS AT AOL.COM. I'll never give her up but maybe relegate her to the yard if I can't fix her bad habits in 2 months Editor's Note: A five week old puppy is pretty young. Most training classes don't start until they are 3 months old or so. I would contact your vet for some advice. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Salvador (Guest Post) (04/03/2008) I just got an 8 week old blue puppy pit bull his name is King, He is so cute. He's all blue/gray with a small white stripe above his nose. He loves to play n cuddle, but he is frequently going in the house. I want to train him to go outside and to train him on my schedule, because I work overnight so I can't be there to let him out at night. Also he is learning to bite. I think its because of teething not sure. Well if there is any advice any1 could give me please let me know. Thank you Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By James Moore (Guest Post) (03/27/2008) I have 2 male pitbull puppies their names are Rocko and KD, they are about 6 weeks old. We had them for 5 days and they are very cute. But Rocko seems to be kind of a PUNK! He runs every time I come near him with his tail between his legs. His brother plays and has fun but Rocko just sleeps all day. What should I do? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By (Guest Post) (03/25/2008) I suggest reading this book! House-Training (A Simple Solutions book from DOGFANCY) The authors name is Kim Campbell Thorton You can pick it up at petco, it goes in to detail on how to crate train, potty train, and house train your puppy! It really helped me out in getting a perspective on what puppies really need. Also there are more facts from this author at www.dogchannel.com www.bowtiepress.com IS MY PITBULL A MIX? I thought maybe with a lab or boxer? I am not suppose to have her in my apartment... does anyone think she can pass for another breed? Such as a lab boxer or something? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by ThriftyFun (3740) | (03/18/2008) Profile | Blog! | Contact (Sent in by Email) You should never hit your puppy this can lead to aggression later on in the dogs life causing it to fear you instead of obeying you. You should praise it every time it uses the box laid out for him but it is better to take the puppy out every time even if it seems a hassle, it will eventually work out in the long run if you take it out immediately. If you notice the puppy sniffing around this is a sign of having to go to the bathroom. After every feeding, when you wake up and right before you go to sleep take the puppy outside to urinate and poop. When you clean the waste left by the puppy inside of your home, leave the puppy in another room where it can't see you clean the waste up. Also use vinegar and cleaning agent to clean floor with to clear the odor or the puppy will sniff out the same spot to go again. Never scold the puppy just take it outside leave it there if possible for 10 to 15 minutes giving it time to waste outside. if possible train with treats to promote good potty training habits. If the puppy wastes outside praise it and give it a small treat. Never yell or scold the puppy for using the bathroom in the house. If you do this it will develop the thought of going to the bathroom is bad and will look for places to use the bathroom that you won't catch it. Remember have patience a dog will do only what it knows so train it to do what you want it to do and don't give up perserverence is the key with puppies. As for your second questions, yes pitbull puppy breeds are known for their weak bladders they will urinate frequently for the first 4 to 5 months so taking them to urinate outside if possible every 1 1/2 to 2 hours would be advisable and also after every meal they consume. It is best to feed them on a schedule that will be easier for you and healthy for them. Robert Report Spam or Abuse RE: My Pit Pup That I Thought Was Gonna Die Post by I Love My Pit Pup Stewie (1) | (03/02/2008) Contact I got a Pit pup. He is about 12-13 weeks old now & his name is Stewie. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Ashley (Guest Post) (02/22/2008) First of all, selena 19 phx az, I have a girl pit named Starr too! (Only it's spelled with 2 r's and it's short for Starrshine) I rescued her about 2 years ago. She was abused and abandoned, along with her brother, which sadly, I couldn't keep. We had already had the limit of dogs for our county, otherwise I would have taken him in a heartbeat. She's so well mannered, but you can definitely tell she's a spoiled little girl. Some people think spoiling your dogs is bad, but I think it's great. Aside from being needy, my girl has no problems. She'll lick you to death before she'd ever bite you. She sleeps on the back of my legs everynight, protecting me from the new pup getting me! :) When I got her she wasn't potty trained because, well, she was abandoned as a puppy and she just never learned. What worked best for her was letting her out every 20 minutes after food or drink, then if she went, I gave her a treat. Since dogs really like treats, they catch on fast! (We've also done the same thing with our new pup, she was trained in less than 2 weeks) I've never disiplined her for "begging" so I don't know how to get around that. I encourage her to eat off my plate. I let her drink out of my cups as well. She eats off silverware too. I treat her just like a person. Some people think table food is bad for dogs, but our vet says we've got some of the healthiest dogs around. She also gets tons of exercise and she has amazing muscles. I've never had to use a spring pole on her, she just naturally, loves to run. So I let her chase the other dogs around. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By daviblessing. (Guest Post) (02/19/2008) I have a 6 week old pit , she won't go outside put continues to go in the house, we have tried putting paper down but she won't go on it either what can we do? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By travon (Guest Post) (02/11/2008) I have a four month old blue brindle puppy and he has frequent accidents in the house just a problem peeing. How do I stop this? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Above the Arcitc! (Guest Post) (02/09/2008) I am raising my first pit ever, here in a small small village in Alaska. I live 180 miles above the arctic circle. It's cold yes. - 50 below zero is the usual, call me crazy but I love the cold, as for my dog...well he freezes. The population of this village is 170. I'm related to everyone here. I am Gwich'in Indian, here in Alaska! Well, most everyone here in my village HATES pit bulls, the reason I know, is because they all hate my dog, and say if they ever find him without me he gone. I tried and tried to explain to them that he's not mean, yeah he's aggressive when you get him going, but huskies are too, I mean not as strong, but aggressive. My point, they don't wanna listen to what i have to say to defend my dog, it hurts me, because he's my first dog I love him with all of my heart, and I don't what to lose him. He loves everyone, doesn't have problem with bitting, he's broken of all of that. Were working on shaking right now, he LOVES him yummy chumies. I want to inform everyone here about how GOOD this breed of dogs are. I don't know how. HELP! Here's a picture of him when he was about 3 months, I think. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Eu'Nique (Guest Post) (02/07/2008) I just got a 6 week old pit bull. She is very stand offish. I'm guessing because she's in a new enviroment. I want to make her comfortable. She pee's alot. I'm thinking maybe it's because she is nervous. I went to see her every week after she was about 4 weeks. So im trying to potty train her to go outside. Any advice? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Chelsie Hale (Guest Post) (01/30/2008) I have a 6 week old pitt and a 10 week old pitt. They both love to use the bathroom in the house. When I take them outside they won't do anything. I've smacked them both on the hindend, but they won't quit. Open to any suggestions Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by 350LoRIDER (3) | (01/23/2008) Contact ok if your pitbull puppy bites at people all the time or constantly mouths ppls arms do this........ yell no biting at it in a stern voice and grab the his top jaw... his mouth should open a bit, slide his lips over his top teeth and squeeze his lips into his teeth untill he yelps a bit..... andother way is to bite his ear until he yelps and say no biting... either way will stop the dog from biting in no time Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by 350LoRIDER (3) | (01/23/2008) Contact If your pitty has a problem with chewing things i suggest the following... my dog used to chew anything ( leather couches, home theatre subwoofer) like it was starting to cost me quite a bit... so one day i got theese brand new top of the line like 300$ snowboarding goggles... brought them home took them outta the box, put them in their protective bag and put them on my dresser... i go out for like 45 mins and when i get home my dog has chewed the goggles to bits, so i am so mad at this point i wanna kill him, but i cant cuz he's my buddy, so i got some duck tape and taped the goggles to his head.... enuf tape so he cant get it off but not so much he's strangled or cant eat or drink... i left them on his head for almost 3 days till his little puppy dog eyes got to me and he hasnt chewed anything except wood or toys i bring home for him since Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by 350LoRIDER (3) | (01/23/2008) Contact so as bad as it sounds and all the nasty e-mails i'm gonna get... the best way to train ur pitbull puppy is to be agressive... look at the spot that the animal has made the mess and shame him with a look... then go grab the dog and give it a smack.... not too hard, depending on how old.... never in the head always open palm to the back hip/ass.... then drag the dog to the mess it made by any means nessisary and rub its face in it. you have to consistantly do this untill the dog stops going to the bathroom in the house....letting the dog out at the same time every day 2 or 3 times a day helps too. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By TRACI (Guest Post) (01/13/2008) I am trying to train my 4 month old pit to stop using the bathroom in the house. I have been using the news paper method and she is till going in places where there is no paper. What should I do? Gucci also runs up to everyone she sees and begins playing is there something we can do to keep her from being so friendly with everyone? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By (Guest Post) (12/06/2007) We have a pit bull puppy that is almost 10 weeks, she is doing very well with potty training except for a very few accidents in the house. This only has happened after an extended period of play with her. Otherwise, she goes to the door and sits there or if she really has to go in a hurry she whines as well. Every time she goes I give her a special treat of liverwurst, she loves it. It is also important to watch for the signals, sniffing, or like with KO, when she is on the couch or the bed, she starts to do quick circles looking for a way down. We got her at five weeks because of unusual circumstances. I know that was early to have her but she is doing fine, now I am working on the biting (much harder to train not to do). There is much work in the early months and I suggest that unless owners are willing to spend a lot of time with their puppies, it wouldn't be wise to get any kind of puppy. I have friends who have dogs that are a year old that aren't trained to go outside to use the bathroom and it is obvious to me, they didn't have the time or the patience, and believe me, it takes every bit of it. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Ashley (Guest Post) (11/27/2007) I have a 4 month old pit bull.I'm having trouble potty training her to go outside. She will stay outside for forever and won't go, but as soon as she goes inside to her cage, she uses the bathroom. She doesn't even go inside the house just the cage! I NEED HELP Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By ANTWIN (Guest Post) (11/23/2007) My only potty training advice is when she starts sniffing around a lot take her out because she is looking for some where to go potty. Don't freak out if she uses the bathroom, just take her out and clean up the mess. Report Spam or Abuse training Post By barkdogg (Guest Post) (11/22/2007) I have just saved saved a 6-week old pit I have 2 other dogs that play aggressively with each other will I have any problems with aggression with the pit? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Karen (Guest Post) (11/03/2007) I used to own a female staffordshire pit. She passed away last year, 8 years old, from cancer. I now have a lab mix, just turned 2 years old that I adopted this time last year. He's definitely got some pit in him as you can see it in his face. In my opinion, Pitts are THE best dog, very easily trained, very loyal to the family. It's how you work with them that counts. But, what my post is about is training pitts. If you have cable TV, you should watch The Dog Whisperer. Very good dog training show and goes to show you that it's people that need to be trained on how to be the pack leader. Check it out here http://www.cesarmillaninc.com or here http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/dogwhisperer/ Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Lory (Guest Post) (10/25/2007) Remember that dogs are not human. They will move on and forget.....if we do. Live in the now with her and treat her with the love and discipline you would have given her regardless of the awful circumstances she has been through. BEST TO YOU! Report Spam or Abuse Trained Pitbull Puppy -patron Post By Mrs. Gilbana (Guest Post) (10/23/2007) I have four month old red nose pitbull that Mr. Gilbana gave to me. I was told by several people that it was going to be super difficult to train ... and now he sits and says hi with his paw. He does listen when he is called. Now im trying to teach him how to lay.. I changed his treats to see if that would help.. ""Mrs. Gilbana"" Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By lynn (Guest Post) (10/18/2007) I have a female pitbull that is now 7 months old. My problem is that she dose not realize her strength or size. She is extremely loyal and loving. However, I am trying to stop her from jumping on people out of her uncontrollable excitement. Could someone give me a bit of advice on how to train her. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Mary (Guest Post) (10/08/2007) I just had to put down my pit bull mix. I got her when she was 5 months old. She was found on the side of the road. I fell in love with her. Although she was very dog aggressive, and part human, I was in denial. I talked to trainers and Behavior Specialist who told me it was to late for her to feel safe. I wish the best for you. I still own 2 other pit bulls that I love very much. But Macy holds a special place in my heart that no person or dog will ever fill. It's a shame what humans are capable of! My baby was 9 months old. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Dan (Guest Post) (10/06/2007) The most troublesome and boring aspect of owning a pet pit bull according to most owners is training. Though boring, early obedience training for pit bulls is very essential, otherwise they may become disobedient and even aggressive. A poorly bred pit bull is often a danger to the people around it. Also, it is necessary to teach housebreaking to a pit bull when it is still a puppy. The first thing that a pit bull needs to be trained in is housebreaking. Pit bull puppies have weak bladders, which they may need to eliminate almost every hour. Have specific meal times for the puppy and then take it out. Over time, puppies will begin to recognize this place by its smell. It's no fun to be woken in the middle of a night by a puppy whining to go potty, but it takes endurance in the first few months. As pit bulls grow older, their bladder control improves, but it will be a while before they can hold their bladders overnight. Another method is paper training, where newspaper can be spread at spots within the house. However, paper training is not good as it gives the pit bull the idea that it is okay to poop inside the house. http://www.pitbull-breed.com Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Pedro (Guest Post) (09/26/2007) I have a 7 week old female pitbull named Belle and im in the process of training her. She now knows how to sit, understand what up and down means along with some other tricks. Since she is still very young she has a "mouthing" problem. When we play all she wants to do is bite. There are times when she bites too hard and she will not listen. I've tried many different things to make her stop but she still doesn't understand.....someone please help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Bosh (Guest Post) (09/17/2007) I have a 3 1/2 month old pit bull.I'm having trouble potty training him to go outside. He stays outside for 45 minutes and won't go, but as soon as he comes inside, he uses the bathroom. Am I doing something wrong? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By N/A (Guest Post) (09/02/2007) I have a 3 year old pit bull, that I got 8 months ago. He listens VERY well and is very affectionate. He was abused but still shows no signs of aggression. I just got a 5 wk old puppy. I rescued her and he treats her as his child. He lets her bite and jump all over him. He knows when I'm sad and mad and cuddles with me. He actually won't leave me alone until I let him know I'm ok. He doesn't go to the bathroom in the house. I spoil him :-) I think spoiling them is the best way. He is hard headed but listens better than any dog Ive ever had. He is my first pit bull. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By JLS (Guest Post) (08/30/2007) I need a lot of help training my new pitbull puppy. She's 10 weeks old, she chews through EVERYTHING and never does as she is told. I love it when she is quiet and snuggled on my lap. I praise her when she does it all the time, but it's the aggression and the nipping i can't handle. My sister is pregnant and finds that the puppy is too aggressive for her to feel that she can bring her child over to see me.I don't want my sister to feel that she cannot do this, and I need to train my puppy as soon as I can before I go insane. Please, I need all the help I can get. Please feel free to email me at smudge87 AT hotmail.com if you have any ideas! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Angelpittkennels (Guest Post) (08/24/2007) When training a pitbull puppy start with sit and end with come! Here is a pic of my newest pup Boss APBR registered. His brother is for sale for 500$ He looks just like him but Boss is blue fawn and Blue is Blue and white. Kinda dark sorry It was taken the night I got him. He was 8 wks. he is 9 & 1/2 wks. and 17lbs! Report Spam or Abuse Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By maynard elmer (Guest Post) (08/14/2007) you have to get her on a schedule. what worked for me was a little watering. after feeding wait 45 minutes and take her out. puppies go about every two hours. give her treats everytime she goes outside and when she goes to the door. Report Spam or Abuse RE: i need help for my pitbulls name a puppy girl Post By (Guest Post) (08/05/2007) plz help me with good names Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Bianca (Guest Post) (08/04/2007) I have a 1 month old pitbull that I just got yesterday. I'm worried that it might be sick because it ate and drank the right milk it needs to but it hasn't " gone". << he has only peed>> a lot!! is that bad?? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By linsyyyy (Guest Post) (08/01/2007) I just got a pitbull and australian shepard mix 8 week old female puppy. She came from a very bad home, full of way too many dogs. She never got any attention from her previous owners, but now I think I gave her too much attention. At night, I usually let her sleep in the bed with us, but last night when I put her on the floor and turned off the light, she cried and cried. When I take her outside she cries too. I usually pick her up and bring her in once she's done with her business, but the last few times I just left her on the ground and tried to get her to follow me in. If I dont pick her up, she sits between my feet and wails. She has no problems with pottying in the house, she sits by the door when she needs to go out, but when it comes to getting attention she is horrible. What should I do? Should I just keep up spoiling her or try to change it? Editor's Note: Because she is only 8 weeks old, she is literally an infant. When she is a month older, you can expect more out of her. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By dmoney (Guest Post) (07/31/2007) princess i got a male puppy pitty that has that same exact face as urs.. with a black body and white socks and white tip off hes tail, very cuteeee looking. Anyways yea hes bout 5 months old now and potty trained and everything but it was EZ.. my only problem is now he mite becomming very over protective over me. my cousin visited last nite and he barked at her and tried to attack her when she hugged me, i hope she doesnt keep doing that Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By princess (Guest Post) (07/29/2007) i recently just got a 12 week old female pitbull puppy. I've learned that the easiest way to potty train them is to always take hm/her outside and whenever it goes to the bathroom outside give alot of praise. In a couple of days the puppy will start understanding what its suppose to do. Thats not to say you wont have a accident every once in a while because i did. Now she is leting me know when she has to go to the bathroom or she will hold it until i can get her outside and whenever i put her outside i stand out there to make sure she uses the bathroom. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by Pdog (1) | (07/27/2007) Contact help how should i know when my puppy has to go outside to use the bathroom shes been pooping every where plz help plz Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By carolinecpr at the yahoo (Guest Post) (07/22/2007) i have a 6mth old pitbull/shepard mix, she is wonderful, very playful, my daugher literally sticks her hand down the dogs mouth to pull the loose teeth out, no problem potty training her,didnt take but 2 weeeks, she can sit, she knows the word off the furniture, down from jumping on us, it takes alot alot alot of patience , i dont spank or hit her, just say the word no , you have to be stern and have the stern voice, shes a wonderful protection dog as well, we recently got a german sheppard puppy and their wonderful together. i have no regrets about getting my pitbull, although with state regulations and the new ban and all starting to come out, you need to protect yourself as well so i put locks on my gates, and signs all over warning of dogs, also check with the vet make sure they can help you out as well if something comes up with your dog, they ll be able to validate how your dog is behavior wise :)ooo and watch the dog whisperer, it def very very helpful. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By chewing problem in WV (Guest Post) (07/18/2007) I have a 7 month old female pitbull && shes my baby! But she has a horrible chewing problem! Like when we leave to go somewhere && leave her by herself for a long period of time she chews things in the house. I have the feeling its like she doesnt like being alone but I really need her to stop before it drives someone crazy! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By frustrated in So. Illinois (Guest Post) (07/01/2007) How do I get my baby to stop jumping on everyone he meets. He is such a happy go lucky pup that he just loves everyone he meets. And loves attention so he jumps on you til he gets the attention he wants. I can get him to stop once he has done it. but I want him to not jump on people at all. I bought one of those harnesses that are suppose to keep them from jumping ( HA) doesn't work at all. So now once he does jump I tap him on the top of his head with two fingers to get his attention and command him to stop and most of the time he does. When he does other things I do not wish him to do I try to get his attention by snapping my fingers and calling his name that breaks his consentration. Please help before he gets in trouble with the law or something. I don't want to see another ban on APBT. Report Spam or Abuse Help me wit this pit! Post By Dmoneyyyy (Guest Post) (06/24/2007) Hello, i just got a pitbull from a friend who claimed he didnt want it because he originally got it for hes daughter but she doest like it, and on top of that it is very illegal in hes part of the state. ( MD) i decided i would take it for a couple days/weeks and see if i like it. He claims its 3-4 months old, but he isnt so sure himself...is there anyways i can tell without taking it to the vet. im afraid if i take it with out papers they will take him from me. And anytips of training it.....pleasseee help =) Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Dmoney (Guest Post) (06/24/2007) I just got a pit from a friend a day or two ago, but he couldnt keep it cuz it was illegal in hes part of the state. Anyways he tells me this dog is aboout 3-4months old, i am not sure because he claims thats what the guy told him. (very unreliable source) is there anyway to tell? and any advice on training him cuz if not i will have to get rid of him, and i dont really want to do that, cuz hes very friendly. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Jenny (Guest Post) (06/19/2007) I have had my 6 month old pit puppy for 3 weeks now and am having a hard time potty training her. I have tried being consistant and have kept her on a schedule but I don't think she is catching on. What can I do?? She is also having accidents in her crate once and awhile. Please help! :) Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By (Guest Post) (06/16/2007) NO ONE should get a dog at 3-5 weeks! that is a classic sign that the breeders know nothing about what they are doing. Report Spam or Abuse keeping you puppy out side Post By (Guest Post) (06/08/2007) listen m8 the one who wants to keep ur dog out side if i was u give her more blankets she is probably cold. if she keep crying ignore her. it's not nasty it's just teaching her. i have an am staff. she is friendly and everything. first when i got her out i got lots of blankets and i put hay under the blankets to keep her warm i hope i have helped Report Spam or Abuse training to sleep out side Post By selena 19 phx az (Guest Post) (06/05/2007) i have an 10 week old pitbull her name is star. she is not use to sleeping outside she will cry all night until we bring her in. i am wondering how to get her use to sleeping outside without crying so much! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By (Guest Post) (05/25/2007) i have a pitbull pup and she just turned 4 months and is absolutly amazing, she has an amazing bladder to, she will not go in her kennel and was left for 9 hours because of an emergency. we take her out and walk her constantly. she is very aggressive and i try all the tips to calm her down but she seems stubborn. the sleeping with her is a great idea... except like a kid we have her stuck in our bed now lol. oh well good luck everyone with you pups. Remember mean owners make mean dogs. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By CASSANDRA MENDIETA (Guest Post) (05/17/2007) I FOLLOWED ALL THE STEPS AND MY 4 MONTH OLD FEMALE PITBULL IS SOOO SMART THANK YOU Report Spam or Abuse training a pitbull Post By Briane (Guest Post) (04/25/2007) I have a 4 month old brindle and he does not like to listen. He won't come when called, and i can't walk him with out him dragging me and i needed to know if anyone has any advise??? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By michael (Guest Post) (04/19/2007) so i just got a 2 month old female pitbull, i was wondering , do puppies like to bit when they are little? my dog is always trying to bit anything and i want to know how to calm her down and play with out aggresion. does any one have any advice? thanxz Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Wil'z (Guest Post) (03/13/2007) What about clipin there ears is that ok to do? Editor's Note: From what I could see on the web there are a lot of horror stories, especially if you do it yourself. I would talk to your vet about it. It has become less and less acceptable to crop ears. Look under Crop Ears Pit Bull Here's a good link: http://www.keymasterdanes.com/crop.htm Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By pitlover (Guest Post) (03/02/2007) i have owned a lot of dogs in my life and i find when punishing a dog or potty training its ok to rub there nose in it and give them a lil swat on the butt......not hard tho but enuff to show ur the alfamale,pack leader and none of my dogs have ever been agressive or handshy.pits are smart and learn very fast.theres no need to abuse him or her EVER.mostly i just talked in a firm voice and my pit was house trained in like 4 days.he is 4 now and one of the smartist dogs i have ever owned all i ever have to do is snap my finger and give the comand. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post by sun_dog (1) | (02/04/2007) Contact Never take a puppy away from their mother before 6 weeks. This is especially important with pit bulls because it is so important that you socialize them early, and they learn things from their mother and siblings in those first six weeks that you can't teach them. Make sure to meet the parents of you dog if at all possible to make sure they have good temperments. When you take your puppy home, have your house prepared for him. Have a kennel set up. If it's a wire kennel, drap a towel over it to give it a cozy "den" like feel. Put some sort of comfy mat or bed in it, if the puppy chews on it or goes on it, remove it immediately and don't give it back until the puppy is completely house broken. Have plenty of toys available. Puppies need to chew and love to play! Have two stainless steel, non-tip bowls ready Make sure to always have water available, and wipe out the bowl and change the water if the puppy gets food in his water bowl. Buy age and breed appropriate food. When house training, never scold or "rub his nose in it" Pit bulls are very clever dogs and all he will learn from that is to go where you won't find out, and that means stains. If he does go in the house, put him outside (on a leash!) and clean it up (don't let him see you clean it up) use a good carpet cleaner and vinegar and water to neutralize the odor. Dogs like to go where they've gone before, and if you get rid of his scent, you'll reduce his urge to go in the house. Make the crate a happy place. Train the puppy to go in his crate on command, and never put him in his crate as punishment. Keep your puppy in his crate when you can't be watching him, because puppies need constant supervision. When leaving him in his crate for extended periods (try to keep them as short as possible) be sure to take him outside before hand and leave a chew bone in there for him. NEUTER OR SPAY! There are too many pit bulls out there with out homes already, we don't need anymore! It also helps with temperment and house training, and makes them much less likely to run away. Please, do the responsible thing and get all of your pets spayed or neutered. Socialize! This is especially important with dogs like pit bulls. When they're young, take them for walks to public places and allow people to pet the dog and see that they really are a sweet breed. Petco is a great place for this sort of thing. Introduce you puppy to friendly dogs in safe situations. Watch you dog carefully when doing this, and if he starts to show signs of feeling uncomfortable, take him home. Introduce you puppy to old people, young people, cats, dogs, cars, heavy traffic, and as many situations as possible, but make sure it's always fun, safe, and he's always comfortable. Teach him! A well-trained dog is a happy dog. The more tricks you teach the dog, the more well behaved he will be in general. Only use positive reinforcement and NEVER scold a dog for not doing a trick. Training is a fun time for you and the dog to bond and learn Take your dog for walks Puppies are full of energy and if you let him burn it off he will be better behaved at home and much healthier too! PLAY! It bonds you with your dog, it teaches them, it keeps them healthy, and most of all it's fun! If at all possible, play fetch with your dog instead of tug-of-war, because it's much less aggressive and fetch also teaches the dog the VERY important command of "drop". If you do want to play tug, make sure you win, it helps establish dominance. If the dog gets to "into it" tell him to drop it and take it away, replacing it with a calmer toy. Don't play rough and don't allow you puppy to bite you! Puppies love to gnaw on people (especially feet!) and this is a very bad behavior to encourage, because it can lead to biting latter on in life, and because of their reputation, if a pit bull shows any signs of aggression, it will most likely be put down. If you puppy bites, give a strong "NO!" If they persist, flip them over on their back (showing your dominance over the dog), and tell it no again. If you really want to, spray your hands with "bitter apple" or any anti-biting/chewing spray so they learn that human tastes bad! Play with you dog's ears, tail, and paws (gently!) while it's young. This helps improve the dogs patience and temperment and will make nail trimming and ear cleaning much easier down the road. Pit bulls are low-maintenance dogs, as far as grooming is concerned. Brush with a soft bristle brush, never with a wire brush, it'll hurt the dog. Shampoo only as needed, washing the dog too much can deplete it's natural oils and do more harm than good. Get the dog used to having it's teeth brushed young, it'll save you lots of money and keep you safe from dog breath. Try to "puppy-proof" your home, as well. Keep your dog away from cords, get rid of any poisonous plants, move breakable things out of the way, and get some baby-gates to keep your dog out of rooms you want to keep nice. It'll pay off in the end! Keep the name short, two syllables is usually best because it's short, but longer than most commands (sit, down, no) that could confuse the dog. There is no actual "pit bull" breed. The most common breed refered to is the American Staffordshire Terrier Here are some helpful links http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pets_pitbull http://www.akc.org/ http://www.happypitbull.com/index.html If at all possible, please try to rescue a pit bull instead of getting one from a breeder. There are hundreds available across the country who desperately need homes. http://www.pbrc.net/ Have fun with your dog, never hit them, and take them to the vet at least twice a year, and everything should work out just fine! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me, I'd be glad to help you out! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By (Guest Post) (02/03/2007) i just got a 7 week old pitbull yesterday...any training tips???? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy<333 Post By animaluver (Guest Post) (01/09/2007) i dont know much but, i have been researching and i got my puppie when she was 4 weeks old ive been studying how to raise her.....and what i found was that you should Never put her in an abusive position where she feels she has to protect herself. when its bed time you should sleep with her because it makes her used to you and its a great way to bond with her. never let her deside when to go up on your lap or on the furniture you should always invite her .dont hit her for she will learn aggression,and feel she must protect herself i hope that helps but try to raise her or him with love...lots of love Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Andrew & Kelli (Guest Post) (01/01/2007) Hi, I just got a pitbull pup from a breeder and he is 3 weeks old, I have been told by people that he is too young and he's going to die. I have also been told by others that he will be fine with proper training and socialization. I was wondering what advice you could give us on things like what i should feed him and what type of discipline i should use with him. Also i was told by the breeder that he will need his first shots on the 6th week, then the 9th week, then the 12th week. Thank you soo much. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Andrew & Kelli (Guest Post) (01/01/2007) Hi, I just got a pitbull pup from a breeder and he is 3 weeks old, I have been told by people that he is too young and he's going to die. I have also been told by others that he will be fine with proper training and socialization. I was wondering what advice you could give us on things like what i should feed him and what type of discipline i should use with him. Also i was told by the breeder that he will need his first shots on the 6th week, then the 9th week, then the 12th week. Thank you soo much. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Pitbull Puppy Post By Lonnie (Guest Post) (12/25/2006) In January I am getting a 6 week old pitbull puppy! Very excited but I know it is going to be a lot of work. My husband and I both work during the day and we are trying to figure out what is best for the puppy when we are not at home. Is leaving it in the crate for 4 or 8 hours best when you are not home? Anyone have any advice on this one?