I know it's pretty early, she is about 9 weeks old, definitely the runt of the litter. She's the best, here's a couple pictures of her, and her parents. What do you guys think? Please help!
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At this age, it is difficult to tell if your dog is a pure breed or mixed. However, the puppy needs to see a vet to start their vaccinations. This is so important because of the Parvovirus. I would make an appoint as soon as possible and start her vaccinations.
At this time you can ask your vet to do a DNA test on your puppy. The test will let you know if the dog is a pure breed or not. If the test is expensive at the vet's it is possible to order one online from Amazon. You can do this test at home.
The dog is pitbull bull mixed. I know for sure.
Yes, this is a mixed breed.
It is very apparent that you feel your dog is pure bred and if anyone feels differently then you want their reason why they feel that way. Usually private pet owners are not the best judge of a pure bred as they can only go from personal experience and looking at presented photos.
Step 1
She, of course, has a lot of pit but whether she is pure bred or not cannot be determined by looking at a photo or even looking at your dog (or her parents).
Step 2
I feel sure you are presently (or will be soon) taking her to her vet for a checkup and shots/vaccinations so you might ask your vet for their opinion. Of course, they cannot tell you if it is pure bred but may be a better opinion than just casual pet owners.
Step 3
I believe you may be the kind of person who really wants to know (for sure) and that can only come from a DNA test.
DNA test kits cost $55 - $250 and can be purchased at pet stores, on-line (Amazon, eBay, etc) or from your vet.
Here is link that gives information about DNA tests and the second link is to a sample DNA test kit available on line.
what to me makes me think 'mixed' is the wrinkly face, which to me speaks more of a boxer or Sharpei influence. All the Pitt puppies I have seen tend to have more smooth faces with nothing resembling 'extra skin'
but i suppose she might grow out of that and I'm not a Pitt expert
the DNA in the end is the thing
It is hard to tell with the pup. The parents look pure bred though.
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