Pitbulls
Posted By: Dina on 2008-10-05
In Reply to: Like I said, - FORMER pitbull owner
I do believe that very seldom sometimes you may run across a dog that gives you a problem, but you have to remember dogs are alot like people, and that there are by far alot less mean dogs than there are mean people that's for sure. I don't blame you for your bitterness toward the breed at all considering what you went through. I am curious did you know the background where she came from? How was the mother/father? Was this a reputable breeder? purebred? We have owned Samoyed, Chow Chow, Boxer, Pits, Black Mouth Cur, Laborador Retriever, and German Shepherd along with mixed breeds. Our experience is definitely the opposite of yours we had problems out of mixed breeds & not the pure bred. Having said that I know that every mixed breed isn't going to be trouble because just as people are different individuals so are dogs.
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Further down this page, I saw a post that asked about people's favorite breed of dog. I saw various posts with people's preferences. Then I saw one that said "anything but a pitbull." That really upsets me because you see I am the owner of a pitbull. His name is CJ and he is the most affectionate, caring dog you could ever want. He loves me and my family with everything in him. I know before I got a pitbull and before my friend got one I too believed they were dangerous fighting dogs. I was wrong. Not all pits are used for fighting. And it isn't in all pits to fight. The way they are raised has a big part in it. Those pits who fight are trained to fight. Yes some pits are aggressive. But not the majority. You would be surprised to see how loving they can be. Mine stays inside and he thinks he is a 70 pound lap dog. He is such a big baby. That is not to say he isn't protective. If a stranger comes up he will show aggression and get very ugly. BUT that is because he is scared and doesn't know this person's intentions. He is protecting his family. But once I let him know it is okay and we are okay with this person he will listen and go sit. Once he gets to know someone he just wants to lick them and love on them. He is just protective initially. A lot of people don't know that pitbulls serve as therapy and service dogs. Did you know Helen Kellar had a pitbull as her companion and to help her as she was blind. Yes, look on the internet and you will even see a picture. What about Petey the pit on the TV show "The Little Rascals"? He spent countless hours with children everyday and never hurt anyone. Do you think they would have let a dangerous dog do that? Many celebrities such as the late crocodile hunter, Usher, Alicia Silverstone, Sinbad, Linda Blair, Vin Diesal, Bernadette Peters, and Rachal Ray have pitbulls. What about the many pits who are heroes? America's first war dog was a pitbull named Stubby. He earned several medals during World War I and was even honored at the white house. Weela another pit was dog hero of the Ken-L Ration of 1993. She saved 30 people, 29 dogs, 13 horses, and a cat during a flood in South California. And Bogart another pit saved a 4-year-old child from drowning in a swimming pool in Florida. Dixie was inducted into the Georgia Animal Hall of Fame after she saved some children from a cottonmouth snake. So you see not all pits are vicious and dangerous. Many are heroes. Many are so full of love it will touch your heart. So don't judge these wonderful animals for WHAT they are but WHO they are. There are bad people and there are bad dogs. Not all people are bad and not all dogs are bad. Show some love for these dogs. You would be surprised how much love they will show you back.
I just felt the need to let people know what I came to know about one of the most misunderstood breeds out there. Thank you for taking the time to read this and have an open mind and open heart.
Pitbulls
The reason pitbulls are used for fighting more than other dogs is because of their loyalty. Pitbulls, in the effort to please their owners, will do almost anything INCLUDING killing other dogs. These pitbulls are not aggressive or hateful by nature. They are just doing what they are taught to do.
Most of them that are taught to do so need rehabilitation, not death. They can be retrained just like criminals can be reintroduced to society. There are extreme cases, but there are people qualified out there to retrain even those.
I appreciate this post. While I have never personally owned my own pitbull (my husband brought a lab to the marriage and I already had to little scampers so three is enough for now!) my parents have about ten that they have rescued and rehabilitated and they are amazing, sweet, loving dogs!
Pitbulls
All I can say is AMEN! Ya know when are people going to get it that it is all in how you raise them.... I guess never. Guess this is a battle that we will always be up against & we are very willing to take that challenge cuz we know the breed & we know how wonderful they are. I am and always will be a pitbull owner!!!! :)
Pitbulls
Do you think the dog was crying out for attention? I have had many dogs in my life & the ones that I find are the ones that are more likely to turn are mixed breeds. I had a Samoyed mix breed that was raised from a puppy & was great till he reached a year and a half old & he started trying to bite us. We kept him and tried our hardest to change him, but no matter what he would at any given time out of the blue growl at us and try to bite us. So believe me it isn't just a breed issue.
Pitbulls
Hey SO glad to hear that! I tuned in to the Rachael Ray show also & she definitely loves the breed! I admit I was a skeptic at first cuz u hear so much, but after taking a chance & owning one & doing my research I LOVE pitbulls. My male pits don't hardly shed but now my female shed like I don't know what. I told the vet & he gave me a multivitamin to give her & that fixed that:) If you ever think about owning one I'd definitely do my homework & research the breeder & see the mom/dad's personalities. Also you could check in a reputable pitbull shelter & tell them your lifestyle and what you like & have them make a recommendation as to what dog would fit you. Older pitbulls from a shelter already have developed their lil personalities & the good shelters work with them day in and day out and know their likes & dislikes. I really like the Villalobos shelter & I think they are doing an outstanding job!
pitbulls
Lolabug is using phrases that some owners use to defend the breed simply because she obviously isn't narrow minded into thinking it is just a "breed issue". One thing about the pitbull breed that isn't in any other breed is that they are the #1 most abused dog in the U.S. and they are in serious need of good homes, and that is why I own them and will continue to own them. Instead of passing BSL around, they need to make people take dog ownership classes and get certified to help ensure they know how to take care of the dog, and frankly they ought to do this with all dogs and not just for pitbull owners. You can't let dogs raise themselves. Just like children need guidance and discipline so do dogs.
No pitbulls at all
When I said mainly on leashes, that means either on leashes, behind actual fences or behind electronic fences. I'm not sure where you think I live, but it's a small town in Upstate NY. Just because it's not hoity toity section with an association telling everyone what they can and can't have in and around their homes, it doesn't mean it's a slum. I'm sure that goes for almost everyone else who's posted that doesn't happen to live in an HOA.
Pitbulls personality
I totally sympathize with you. Sorry for you having to go through this. I really try to urge people when they get a pitbull to really get to know the mom/dad personalities & the breeder. Like I said in an earlier post my male pitbull that is inside is VERY dog aggressive BUT on the flip side he is the most gentle loving dog I have ever owned. He just doesn't like other animals, ESPECIALLY dogs. We have a fenced in yard though. If he come in contact with an unfamiliar dog he would definitely be in kill mode with his aggression. BUT I knew what I was getting myself into cuz he is Boudreaux bloodline & his mother was aggressive. His father was an absolute sweetheart to anything. I knew that aggression would probably surface up in my dog & it did at a year and a half old, but I wouldn't ever trade him up for anything in this world. He wouldn't dare turn on us, and I know that animal or dog aggression is not people aggression. I do have a great respect for what could happen if I let it happen, but I am responsible enough to know what my dogs like & don't like & I never have a problem out of them. They are definitely a vital part of our family & we love them dearly.
Insurance and pitbulls
Yea insurance companies have a "black breed list" that usually include Pitbulls, German Shepherds, Boxers & Chow Chows. Some pitbulls have that aggressive nature in them that can be brought out, but you have to trace back to the breeder & get the history of that dog's mom/dad's temperment.
Education on Pitbulls
Know the FACTS: visit http://www.thetruthaboutpitbulls.com/
According to the American Canine Temperament Testing Association 82.5% of the American Pitbull Terriers that took the temperament test passed, compared to a 77% passing rate for all breeds on average. Pitbulls have achieved the fourth highest passing rate of all 122 breeds tested.
Again, it can happen with any breed. Look at pitbulls..
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OK, I must admit your dog is cute, but I'm still afraid of pitbulls.
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