Pitbull owners.......?

[paradox]

I was considering getting a pitbull in the near future. Any owners here ever have any problems with keeping them undercontrol?

 

[paradox]

My childhood dog was a pit bull-- other then her being dog agressive- she was great with people and children.

How did she act around strangers? Also, are male pitbull much more territorial then females?

 

[bigschweeler]

It really depends on who you get the dog from. The problem with Pits, and Rottweilers (I have two) is that they became so popular with irresponsible breeders looking for tough dogs to gaurd property and the like.

Pits can be great dogs, but if you plan on getting one I would thoroughly research your options in terms of breeders, make sure you see the sire and bitch if you get a puppy, ask after both parents in terms of their history. You should also know ahead of time what training and socialization they will require.

Unfortunately for dog lovers both Rotts, Pits and now Presa Canarios (from the mauling in San Fran) have a bad reputation from irresponsible owners.

 

[paradox]

ok guys thanks for the input, good karma for all of you.

 

[TEXgrl]

i had one when i was a kid, i loved her, but she was VERY territorial. hated all other animals, killed cats, a dog. she didn't like strangers. you couldn't even come in my room at night. she would never have hurt me, but she would have hurt someone eventually. my parents got rid of her after she bit a girl who had come to the house.

she was never abused by us. i've had friends who had pits too, and it always seemed like the females were worse. i have seen some that were as gentle as a kitten. before you get one, check on the temperment of the parents. good luck.

 

[tony20md]

i know about pitbulls

i have 2 now had lots more then that there awsome dogs there not bred to be watch dogs or a guard dog ect. There bred to be nice to humans but are very animal agressive (cant be around other dogs ect) Id say do a lil reaseach before you get one. Get a book by someone like Richard Stratton read up on em and see if its the dog for you if u have any questions you can PM me

 

[bigschweeler]

Paradox,

Check out this link for more information. There may be insurance implications for you as well.


http://www.nyx.net/~mbur/apbt.html

 

[tony20md]

alota good info in that link

good info

 

[Lifter4Life]

Don't get a pit. They are too unpredictable. They may get along good w/their owners but the last thing you need is someone else's child being attacked. They are illegal to own in the county I live in, and there is a reson for that. They can be brutal. There are so many other great breeds out there; do yourself a favor and everybody else in your neighborhood and get another breed.

 

[Thaibox]

Don't get a pit. They are too unpredictable. They may get along good w/their owners but the last thing you need is someone else's child being attacked. They are illegal to own in the county I live in, and there is a reson for that. They can be brutal. There are so many other great breeds out there; do yourself a favor and everybody else in your neighborhood and get another breed.

Your ignorance pisses me off. Pitts are some of the greatest dogs ever. I have a year old female and she is the best dog I've ever had. My buddy has a huge 2 year old male named "Tank" that loves everyone. If you sit down, chances are, he'll flop down into your lap. Pits get a bad rap because of stupid shits that raise them to fight. That bad rap escalates and continues because of people that are stupid enough sheep to believe everything in the media. Learn something before you speak.

Paradox, if you're going to get one, find a good breeder. If they are simply raised properly, they are very intelligent, loyal, and good natured dogs that make great friends.